Very Good
#10 of 38 private schools in ND
Top 24% of private schools
St Joseph's School
Elementary School
124 6TH ST W, Williston, ND 58801
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Dakota private schools
#10 of 38
In Williston
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph's School
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About St Joseph's School
St Joseph's School is a private elementary school in Williston, ND. St Joseph's School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 38 private schools in ND.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- ND avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, St Joseph's 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.
St Joseph's 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 Joseph's School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Williston, ND
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's School (this school) | 7.2 |
| MCVAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 1.8 |
| RICKARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| HAGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| MISSOURI RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| GARDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
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
124 6TH ST W, Williston, ND 58801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAST FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 27.9 miles away, in nearby Fairview), which scores notably higher. Another option is EIGHT MILE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Trenton), a more accessible option. Additionally, ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Alexander), a more accessible option. For more schools in Williston, see our Williston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICKARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| MCVAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 0.5 mi | 1.8 |
| WILKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| DEL EASTON ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Williston | 1.2 mi | — |
| WILLISTON TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williston | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| HAGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| WILLISTON HIGH SCHOOL Williston | 3.3 mi | 2.6 |
| MISSOURI RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 7.0 mi | 3.2 |
| GARDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williston | 9.4 mi | 4.3 |
| EIGHT MILE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trenton | 11.0 mi | 5.9 |
| EIGHT MILE HIGH SCHOOL Trenton | 11.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexander | 21.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ALEXANDER HIGH SCHOOL Alexander | 21.2 mi | 5.1 |
| WATFORD CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Watford City | 28.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BADLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watford City | 29.1 mi | 3.7 |
| RAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ray | 24.9 mi | 5.0 |
| RAY HIGH SCHOOL Ray | 24.9 mi | 5.6 |
| WOLVES CENTER ACADEMY Watford City | 28.9 mi | — |
| EAST FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview | 27.9 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,119
Median Home Value
$279,800
Median Rent
$1,116/mo
Population
33,969
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
31.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mandan, ND | 7.1 |
| BERTHOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berthold, ND | 7.4 |
| P S BERG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dickinson, ND | 7.0 |
| ELLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ellendale, ND | 6.9 |
| HANKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hankinson, ND | 7.5 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beach, ND | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph's School
What grades does St Joseph's School serve?
St Joseph's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Joseph's School?
St Joseph's School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph's School rank in ND?
St Joseph's School ranks #10 of 38 private schools in ND.
What is St Joseph's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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's School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph's 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's School a religious school?
St Joseph's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 169
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Williams County
- Phone
- (701) 572-6384
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