Excellent
#3 of 131 private schools in MS
Top 2% of private schools
St Joseph Catholic School
School
1501 V F W RD, Greenville, MS 38701
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Mississippi private schools
#3 of 131
In Greenville
#1 of 5
public schools
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private school in Greenville, MS. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
St Joseph Catholic School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Joseph Catholic School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Greenville, MS
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 8.6 |
| AKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| O'BANNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| O'BANNON HIGH SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| T.L. WESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| STERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| WEBB PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 2.2 |
| COLEMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| TRIGG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| MC BRIDE PRE-K ACADEMY | 5.8 |
| WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MS.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MS
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1501 V F W RD, Greenville, MS 38701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WASHINGTON SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is GREENVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, KINGS COURT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 3.6/10, 4.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Greenville, see our Greenville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREENVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| WASHINGTON SCHOOL Greenville | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| AKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| OPTIMUM CARE DAY CENTER Greenville | 2.1 mi | — |
| O'BANNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| O'BANNON HIGH SCHOOL Greenville | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Greenville | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Greenville | 2.9 mi | — |
| TENDER AGES LEARNING CENTER Greenville | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| STERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
| T.L. WESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenville | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| COLEMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenville | 3.7 mi | 4.7 |
| WEBB PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville | 3.6 mi | 2.2 |
| TRIGG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville | 4.1 mi | 3.9 |
| KINGS COURT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville | 4.4 mi | 3.6 |
| MC BRIDE PRE-K ACADEMY Greenville | 4.7 mi | 5.8 |
| WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville | 5.0 mi | 3.2 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon | 8.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,998
Median Home Value
$118,200
Median Rent
$790/mo
Population
21,260
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
53.9%
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
39.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUE MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Blue Mountain, MS | 8.3 |
| DISCOVERY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florence, MS | 8.3 |
| HILLCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 8.3 |
| JUMPERTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Booneville, MS | 8.1 |
| MOUNT OLIVE ATTENDANCE CENTER Mount Olive, MS | 7.8 |
| CENTRAL HOLMES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington, MS | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Catholic School
What grades does St Joseph Catholic School serve?
St Joseph Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?
St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Catholic School rank in MS?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #3 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Joseph Catholic School a religious school?
St Joseph Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (662) 378-9711
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