Very Good
#4 of 38 private schools in ND
Top 8% of private schools
St Catherine Elementary School
Elementary School
540 3RD AVE NE, Valley City, ND 58072
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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About St Catherine Elementary School
St Catherine Elementary School is a private elementary school in Valley City, ND. St Catherine Elementary School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Catherine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 38 private schools in ND.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- ND avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, St Catherine Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, St Catherine Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Catherine Elementary 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Catherine Elementary School compares to the 4 public schools in Valley City, ND
Student Demographics
All Schools in Valley City
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Catherine Elementary School (this school) | 7.7 |
| VALLEY CITY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| VALLEY CITY HIGH SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.9 |
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 ND.
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 ND
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
540 3RD AVE NE, Valley City, ND 58072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Catherine Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAPLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Tower City), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARNES COUNTY NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby Wimbledon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ENDERLIN AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 28.3 miles away, in nearby Enderlin), a more accessible option. For more schools in Valley City, see our Valley City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 36.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY CITY HIGH SCHOOL Valley City | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| VALLEY CITY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Valley City | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley City | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Tower City | 15.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MAPLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tower City | 15.3 mi | 9.4 |
| LITCHVILLE-MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Litchville | 20.9 mi | 5.5 |
| WHEATLAND COLONY SCHOOL Tower City | 16.3 mi | — |
| BARNES COUNTY NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wimbledon | 20.6 mi | 8.5 |
| BARNES COUNTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Wimbledon | 20.6 mi | 7.1 |
| FORT RANSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Ransom | 28.2 mi | — |
| GRANT COLONY SCHOOL Enderlin | 25.6 mi | — |
| LITCHVILLE-MARION HIGH SCHOOL Marion | 27.3 mi | 7.0 |
| HOPE PAGE HIGH SCHOOL Hope | 30.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HOPE PAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Page | 25.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ENDERLIN AREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Enderlin | 28.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ENDERLIN AREA HIGH SCHOOL Enderlin | 28.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LISBON HIGH SCHOOL Lisbon | 36.8 mi | 8.5 |
| LISBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lisbon | 36.8 mi | 5.3 |
| LISBON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lisbon | 36.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,603
Median Home Value
$170,500
Median Rent
$792/mo
Population
8,061
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
16.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairmount, ND | 7.6 |
| HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo, ND | 7.5 |
| VALLEY-EDINBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-HOOPLE Hoople, ND | 8.1 |
| STRASBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Strasburg, ND | 7.3 |
| MENOKEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menoken, ND | 7.1 |
| SWEET BRIAR SCHOOL Mandan, ND | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Catherine Elementary School
What grades does St Catherine Elementary School serve?
St Catherine Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend St Catherine Elementary School?
St Catherine Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Catherine Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Catherine Elementary School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Catherine Elementary School rank in ND?
St Catherine Elementary School ranks #4 of 38 private schools in ND.
What is St Catherine Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Catherine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Catherine Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Catherine Elementary 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 Catherine Elementary School a religious school?
St Catherine Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Barnes County
- Phone
- (701) 845-1453
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