Excellent
#90 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 13% of private schools
St Vincent De Paul School
Elementary School
206 E CHESTNUT ST, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#90 of 713
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St Vincent De Paul School
Elementary School in Mount Vernon · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Vincent De Paul School
St Vincent De Paul School is a private elementary school in Mount Vernon, OH. St Vincent De Paul School serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Vincent De Paul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #90 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for St Vincent De Paul School show 68% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 156 students, St Vincent De Paul 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 9:1 students to teachers, St Vincent De Paul School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Vincent De Paul 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 De Paul School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mount Vernon, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Vincent De Paul School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Pleasant Street Elementary School | 6.6 |
| East Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Dan Emmett Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Mount Vernon Middle School | 6.9 |
| Columbia Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Twin Oak Elementary School | 8.4 |
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 OH OST (2018-19)
Based on 6 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
206 E CHESTNUT ST, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Vincent De Paul School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbia Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wiggin Street Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Gambier), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,044
Median Home Value
$199,000
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
30,360
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
42
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|---|---|
| AKIVA ACADEMY Youngstown, OH | 8.0 |
| ANNUNCIATION Cincinnati, OH | 8.0 |
| Buckskin Elementary School South Salem, OH | 8.0 |
| CLINTONVILLE ACADEMY Columbus, OH | 8.0 |
| Eastern Primary Elementary School Beaver, OH | 8.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Vincent De Paul School
What grades does St Vincent De Paul School serve?
St Vincent De Paul School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Vincent De Paul School?
St Vincent De Paul School has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Vincent De Paul School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Vincent De Paul School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Vincent De Paul School rank in OH?
St Vincent De Paul School ranks #90 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is St Vincent De Paul School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Vincent De Paul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at St Vincent De Paul School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Vincent De Paul School has 68% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is St Vincent De Paul School a private school?
Yes, St Vincent De Paul 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 De Paul School a religious school?
St Vincent De Paul School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 156
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Knox County
- Phone
- (740) 393-3611
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