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#89 of 143 private schools in NE
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
420 N 6TH ST, Beatrice, NE 68310
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#89 of 143
In Beatrice
#1 of 2
public schools
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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 Beatrice, NE. St Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 70 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.
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 6 public schools in Beatrice, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Beatrice
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Elementary School (this school) | 5.9 |
| BEATRICE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| STODDARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| PADDOCK LANE SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| BEATRICE COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL | 3.2 |
| BEATRICE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
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 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
420 N 6TH ST, Beatrice, NE 68310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DILLER-ODELL ELEM SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Diller), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRI COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beatrice, see our Beatrice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEATRICE MIDDLE SCHOOL Beatrice | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| STODDARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beatrice | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| PADDOCK LANE SCHOOL Beatrice | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beatrice | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beatrice | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BEATRICE COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL Beatrice | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| BEATRICE HIGH SCHOOL Beatrice | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Springs | 10.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SOUTHERN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Wymore | 11.0 mi | 6.3 |
| TRI COUNTY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Dewitt | 10.1 mi | 7.9 |
| TRI COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dewitt | 10.1 mi | 8.5 |
| DILLER-ODELL SECONDARY SCHOOL Odell | 15.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Plymouth | 13.1 mi | 4.7 |
| DILLER-ODELL ELEM SCHOOL Diller | 14.8 mi | 9.3 |
| FREEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Adams | 17.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FREEMAN ELEMENTARY-ADAMS Adams | 17.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT WILBER Wilber | 18.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WILBER-CLATONIA HIGH SCHOOL Wilber | 18.4 mi | 6.9 |
| WILBER-CLATONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Wilber | 18.4 mi | 5.6 |
| NORRIS HIGH SCHOOL Firth | 21.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,608
Median Home Value
$162,500
Median Rent
$755/mo
Population
14,381
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WILCOX-HILDRETH UPPER ELEMENTARY Wilcox, NE | 5.9 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juniata, NE | 6.0 |
| HARRISON GRADE SCHOOL Harrison, NE | 6.1 |
| SPRING VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springview, NE | 6.1 |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL Albion, NE | 6.1 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Norfolk, NE | 5.7 |
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 5th.
How many students attend St Joseph Elementary School?
St Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 10.6:1. 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 #89 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 5.9 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Gage County
- Phone
- (402) 223-5033
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