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#67 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 46% of private schools
St Joseph School
Elementary School
1940 S 77TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68506
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#67 of 143
In Lincoln
#7 of 16
public schools
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in Lincoln · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private elementary school in Lincoln, NE. St Joseph School serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph 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 School compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Lincoln, NE
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 6.5 |
| MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| LUX MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| EASTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| LEFLER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| MAXEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| INFANT TODDLER AT BRYAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL | — |
| ECSE - HOMEBASED | 3.3 |
| CALVERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| ZEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| CULLER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 2.8 |
| ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| RANDOLPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| BROWNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| KAHOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| MICKLE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| ROUSSEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 58 schools. View all schools in Lincoln
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
1940 S 77TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAXEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lincoln, see our Lincoln schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lincoln | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| LUX MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PYRTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| LINCOLN EAST HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| CHILDREN'S CIRCLE MONTESSORI Lincoln | 1.5 mi | — |
| PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| EASTRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| MAXEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| COLLEGE VIEW ACADEMY Lincoln | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LEFLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| GEORGE STONE SDA ELEMENTARY Lincoln | 2.3 mi | — |
| INFANT TODDLER AT BRYAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.4 mi | — |
| ECSE - HOMEBASED Lincoln | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| LINCOLN LUTHERAN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| KAHOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CULLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| ZEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,501
Median Home Value
$245,200
Median Rent
$1,147/mo
Population
27,909
College Educated
45.2%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
40.7
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| UMO N HO N NATION ELEM SCHOOL Macy, NE | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph School rank in NE?
St Joseph School ranks #67 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 School a religious school?
St Joseph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 410
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (402) 489-0341
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