Average
#70 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 48% of private schools
St Bonaventure Elementary School
Elementary School
1604 15TH ST, Columbus, NE 68601
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#70 of 143
In Columbus
#2 of 5
public schools
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St Bonaventure Elementary School
Elementary School in Columbus · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bonaventure Elementary School
St Bonaventure Elementary School is a private elementary school in Columbus, NE. St Bonaventure Elementary School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bonaventure Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, St Bonaventure 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.
St Bonaventure 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 Bonaventure Elementary School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Columbus, NE
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bonaventure Elementary School (this school) | 6.4 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| COLUMBUS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY | 3.8 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| WEST PARK ELEMENTARY | 4.8 |
| LOST CREEK ELEMENTARY SCH | 4.7 |
| SHELL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.1 |
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 NE.
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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 NE
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
1604 15TH ST, Columbus, NE 68601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bonaventure Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELLWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Bellwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHELL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLATTE CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Platte Center), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Columbus | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| KRAMER EDUCATION CENTER Columbus | 0.5 mi | — |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| COLUMBUS MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbus | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY Columbus | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| COLUMBUS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Columbus | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST ISIDORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| LOST CREEK ELEMENTARY SCH Columbus | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| WEST PARK ELEMENTARY Columbus | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| LAKEVIEW HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKEVIEW JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| SHELL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 5.5 mi | 8.1 |
| RICHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richland | 7.3 mi | 5.8 |
| BELLWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellwood | 8.3 mi | 8.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus | 9.1 mi | — |
| PLATTE CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Platte Center | 10.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus | 13.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,697
Median Home Value
$204,700
Median Rent
$872/mo
Population
30,619
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
15.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 6.4 |
| SUTTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sutton, NE | 6.4 |
| BURWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Burwell, NE | 6.5 |
| CHADRON INTERMEDIATE Chadron, NE | 6.5 |
| HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Humphrey, NE | 6.5 |
| RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Randolph, NE | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bonaventure Elementary School
What grades does St Bonaventure Elementary School serve?
St Bonaventure Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend St Bonaventure Elementary School?
St Bonaventure Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bonaventure Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bonaventure Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bonaventure Elementary School rank in NE?
St Bonaventure Elementary School ranks #70 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St Bonaventure Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bonaventure Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Bonaventure Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Bonaventure 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 Bonaventure Elementary School a religious school?
St Bonaventure Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 189
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Platte County
- Phone
- (402) 564-7153
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