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#624 of 992 private schools in NY
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
39 GEBHARDT RD, Penfield, NY 14526
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#624 of 992
In Penfield
#1 of 3
public schools
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About St Joseph Elementary School
St Joseph Elementary School is a private elementary school in Penfield, NY. St Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 195 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 8.4:1 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 5 public schools in Penfield, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Penfield
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Elementary School (this school) | 5.9 |
| COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| PENFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.0 |
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 NY.
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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 NY
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
39 GEBHARDT RD, Penfield, NY 14526
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Penfield, see our Penfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,566
Median Home Value
$256,600
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
19,348
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
46.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDRIA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria Bay, NY | 5.9 |
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Argyle, NY | 5.9 |
| CINCINNATUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 5.9 |
| CONGREGATION TALMUD TORAH IMREI BINAH Spring Valley, NY | 5.9 |
| EDWARD J ARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athens, NY | 5.9 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn, NY | 5.9 |
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 6th.
How many students attend St Joseph Elementary School?
St Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Elementary School rank in NY?
St Joseph Elementary School ranks #624 of 992 private schools in NY.
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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monroe County
- Phone
- (585) 586-6968
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