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#335 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 47% of private schools
St Peter School
Elementary School
3601 OBERLIN AVE, Lorain, OH 44053
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#335 of 713
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St Peter School
Elementary School in Lorain · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Peter School
St Peter School is a private elementary school in Lorain, OH. St Peter School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #335 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
St Peter 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 Peter School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Lorain, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Lorain
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 OH.
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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 OH
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
3601 OBERLIN AVE, Lorain, OH 44053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Toni Wofford Morrison ES (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Garfield Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hawthorne Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lorain, see our Lorain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| General Johnnie Wilson Middle School Lorain | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Washington Elementary School Lorain | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Lorain High School Lorain | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| New Beginnings Lorain | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Toni Wofford Morrison ES Lorain | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Frank Jacinto Elementary Lorain | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Lorain | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Garfield Elementary School Lorain | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Durling Middle School Lorain | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Lorain Preparatory High School Lorain | 1.3 mi | — |
| Clearview High School Lorain | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Clearview Local Schools Lorain | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Admiral King Elementary School Lorain | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy Lorain | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary Lorain | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle Lorain | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Stevan Dohanos Elementary School Lorain | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Longfellow Middle School Lorain | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,332
Median Home Value
$189,500
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
21,257
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alpine Elementary School Columbus, OH | 6.8 |
| Buckeye South Elementary School Tiltonsville, OH | 6.8 |
| Buckeye Valley East Elementary School Ashley, OH | 6.8 |
| Buckeye West Elementary School Adena, OH | 6.8 |
| Conotton Valley Elementary Bowerston, OH | 6.8 |
| Henry Defer Intermediate Elementary School Streetsboro, OH | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter School
What grades does St Peter School serve?
St Peter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter School?
St Peter School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter School rank in OH?
St Peter School ranks #335 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St Peter School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 Peter School a religious school?
St Peter School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Lorain County
- Phone
- (440) 282-9909
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