Below Average
#128 of 143 private schools in NE
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
102 N TULLER ST, Atkinson, NE 68713
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#128 of 143
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St Joseph Elementary School
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About St Joseph Elementary School
St Joseph Elementary School is a private elementary school in Atkinson, NE. St Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, St Joseph 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph 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 Joseph Elementary School compares to the 3 public schools in Atkinson, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Atkinson
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Elementary School (this school) | 4.7 |
| ATKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.2 |
| WEST HOLT HIGH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| WEST HOLT LITTLE PAWS PRESCHOOL | 4.5 |
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
102 N TULLER ST, Atkinson, NE 68713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (BUTTE) (rated 9.1/10, 27.1 miles away, in nearby Butte), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STUART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Stuart), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atkinson, see our Atkinson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
13 within 27.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ATKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Atkinson | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| WEST HOLT HIGH SCHOOL Atkinson | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST HOLT LITTLE PAWS PRESCHOOL Atkinson | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| STUART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart | 9.2 mi | 7.3 |
| STUART HIGH SCHOOL Stuart | 9.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL O'Neill | 17.7 mi | 6.7 |
| O'NEILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL O'Neill | 17.6 mi | 7.0 |
| O'NEILL HIGH SCHOOL O'Neill | 17.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CHAMBERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chambers | 25.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CHAMBERS HIGH SCHOOL Chambers | 25.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BOYD COUNTY ELEMENTARY (BUTTE) Butte | 27.1 mi | 9.1 |
| BOYD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (SPENCER) Spencer | 27.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BOYD COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL (SPENCER) Spencer | 27.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,239
Median Home Value
$174,600
Median Rent
$728/mo
Population
2,453
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
75.7%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MINATARE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minatare, NE | 4.7 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staplehurst, NE | 4.7 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Plymouth, NE | 4.7 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holdrege, NE | 4.4 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Point, NE | 5.0 |
| DESHLER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Deshler, NE | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Elementary School
What grades does St Joseph Elementary School serve?
St Joseph Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Elementary School?
St Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Elementary School rank in NE?
St Joseph Elementary School ranks #128 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St Joseph Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 Joseph Elementary School a religious school?
St Joseph Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Holt County
- Phone
- (402) 925-2104
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