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#73 of 143 private schools in NE
St Vincent Depaul School
Elementary School
152 PINEWOOD AVE, Seward, NE 68434
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#73 of 143
In Seward
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Vincent Depaul School
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About St Vincent Depaul School
St Vincent Depaul School is a private elementary school in Seward, NE. St Vincent Depaul School serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Vincent Depaul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #73 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, St Vincent Depaul 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, St Vincent Depaul School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Vincent Depaul 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 Vincent Depaul School compares to the 3 public schools in Seward, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Seward
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Vincent Depaul School (this school) | 6.4 |
| SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| SEWARD HIGH SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| SEWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.8 |
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
152 PINEWOOD AVE, Seward, NE 68434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Vincent Depaul School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT (rated 9.4/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Dwight), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BRAINARD (rated 8.8/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Brainard), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seward, see our Seward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SEWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seward | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| SEWARD HIGH SCHOOL Seward | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SEWARD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seward | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seward | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Staplehurst | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
| MILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milford | 10.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL Milford | 10.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT DWIGHT Dwight | 11.8 mi | 9.4 |
| MALCOLM JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Malcolm | 11.8 mi | 7.5 |
| MALCOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malcolm | 11.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Utica | 13.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica | 13.6 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Utica | 13.6 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Utica | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BRAINARD Brainard | 18.4 mi | 8.8 |
| HIGH SCHOOL AT BRAINARD Brainard | 18.4 mi | 7.6 |
| DORCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dorchester | 19.0 mi | 5.4 |
| DORCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester | 19.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ELEMENTARY SCH AT VALPARAISO Valparaiso | 17.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ARNOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln | 16.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,064
Median Home Value
$259,900
Median Rent
$998/mo
Population
9,032
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Platte, NE | 6.4 |
| ST LUKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ogallala, NE | 6.4 |
| HARRISON GRADE SCHOOL Harrison, NE | 6.1 |
| SPRING VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springview, NE | 6.1 |
| HOWELL'S COMMUNITY CATHOLIC Howells, NE | 5.9 |
| WILCOX-HILDRETH UPPER ELEMENTARY Wilcox, NE | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Vincent Depaul School
What grades does St Vincent Depaul School serve?
St Vincent Depaul School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Vincent Depaul School?
St Vincent Depaul School has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Vincent Depaul School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Vincent Depaul School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Vincent Depaul School rank in NE?
St Vincent Depaul School ranks #73 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St Vincent Depaul School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Vincent Depaul 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 Vincent Depaul School a private school?
Yes, St Vincent Depaul 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 Vincent Depaul School a religious school?
St Vincent Depaul School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- 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
- Seward County
- Phone
- (402) 643-9525
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