Very Good
#28 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 19% of private schools
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
428 N E AVE, York, NE 68467
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#28 of 143
In York
#1 of 2
public schools
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in York, NE. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, St Joseph Catholic 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 6.1:1 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Joseph Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in York, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in York
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 7.4 |
| YORK HIGH SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| PRESCHOOL LEARNING ACADEMY | 3.0 |
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.
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 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
428 N E AVE, York, NE 68467
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CROSS COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Stromsburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is HEARTLAND COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Henderson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Utica), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EMMANUEL-FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL York | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| YORK HIGH SCHOOL York | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL York | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL York | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| PRESCHOOL LEARNING ACADEMY York | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| MC COOL JUNCTION ELEM SCHOOL Mccool Junction | 8.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MCCOOL JUNCTION JR-SR HIGH SCH Mccool Junction | 8.5 mi | 6.3 |
| NEBRASKA EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Waco | 7.0 mi | 6.9 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waco | 7.0 mi | — |
| CROSS COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.7 mi | 6.3 |
| CROSS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.7 mi | 8.2 |
| CROSS COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stromsburg | 14.7 mi | 9.1 |
| FILLMORE CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairmont | 15.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica | 12.3 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Utica | 12.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Utica | 12.3 mi | 6.8 |
| HEARTLAND COMMUNITY HIGH SCH Henderson | 13.1 mi | 8.5 |
| HEARTLAND COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY Henderson | 13.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Utica | 12.8 mi | 5.4 |
| EXETER-MILLIGAN HIGH SCHOOL Exeter | 17.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,927
Median Home Value
$180,800
Median Rent
$888/mo
Population
9,688
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
10.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRUNING-DAVENPORT ELEM/BRUNING Bruning, NE | 7.4 |
| ARCADIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Arcadia, NE | 7.5 |
| PRAIRIE HILL LEARNING CENTER Roca, NE | 7.6 |
| WESTWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Neligh, NE | 7.6 |
| CHAMBERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chambers, NE | 7.2 |
| BRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brady, NE | 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 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?
St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 6.1:1. 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 NE?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #28 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (402) 362-3021
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