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#6 of 102 private schools in OK

Top 5% of private schools

St Joseph Catholic School

Elementary School

323 N VIRGINIA ST, Muskogee, OK 74403

Private

Enrollment

81

Student-Teacher

7.3:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oklahoma private schools

#6 of 102

In Muskogee

#1 of 2

public schools

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St Joseph Catholic School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Muskogee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

8th and 9th Grade Academy

3.3/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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3.7/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About St Joseph Catholic School

St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Muskogee, OK. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 102 private schools in OK.

How it compares2.4 pts above OK schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, St Joseph Catholic 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Joseph Catholic 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

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How St Joseph Catholic School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Muskogee, OK

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
This School
vs
20.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
81
This School
vs
406
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.4
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 27.2% vs 0%
White 23.5% vs 0%
Asian 18.5% vs 0%
Black 1.2% vs 0%
St Joseph Catholic School Muskogee Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Joseph Catholic School (this school) 8.4
8th and 9th Grade Academy 3.3
TONY GOETZ ES 3.7
IRVING ES 6.6
OKLAHOMA SCHL FOR THE BLIND ES
OKLAHOMA SCHL FOR THE BLIND MS
CREEK ES 3.5
SADLER ARTS ACADEMY 6.3
MUSKOGEE EC CTR 2.9
HILLDALE LOWER ES 5.5
CHEROKEE ES 4.8
HILLDALE MS 7.0
PERSHING ES 3.6
6TH AND 7TH GRADE ACADEMY 5.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 OK.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,400
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 10.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 75%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 81
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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 OK

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 27.2%
White 23.5%
Two or More 21.0%
Asian 18.5%
Native American 8.6%
Black 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

323 N VIRGINIA ST, Muskogee, OK 74403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IRVING ES (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is SADLER ARTS ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, HILLDALE LOWER ES (rated 5.5/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Muskogee, see our Muskogee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
8th and 9th Grade Academy Muskogee 0.2 mi 3.3
TONY GOETZ ES Muskogee 0.5 mi 3.7
IRVING ES Muskogee 0.9 mi 6.6
OKLAHOMA SCHL FOR THE BLIND ES Muskogee 1.3 mi
OKLAHOMA SCHL FOR THE BLIND HS Muskogee 1.3 mi 6.6
OKLAHOMA SCHL FOR THE BLIND MS Muskogee 1.3 mi
CREEK ES Muskogee 1.3 mi 3.5
SADLER ARTS ACADEMY Muskogee 1.8 mi 6.3
MUSKOGEE HS Muskogee 2.2 mi 5.7
MUSKOGEE EC CTR Muskogee 2.1 mi 2.9
HILLDALE LOWER ES Muskogee 2.7 mi 5.5
BLVD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muskogee 3.0 mi 5.6
HILLDALE MS Muskogee 3.4 mi 7.0
CHEROKEE ES Muskogee 2.9 mi 4.8
HILLDALE HS Muskogee 3.4 mi 5.9
PERSHING ES Muskogee 5.0 mi 3.6
6TH AND 7TH GRADE ACADEMY Muskogee 5.4 mi 5.2
MUSKOGEE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Muskogee 5.6 mi
FORT GIBSON HS Fort Gibson 6.7 mi 8.1
FORT GIBSON INTERMEDIATE ES Fort Gibson 6.8 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,171

Median Home Value

$145,400

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

29,199

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

64.3%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

36.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CARLTON LANDING ACADEMY ES Carlton Landing, OK 8.6
OKLAHOMA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Sulphur, OK 8.7
COWBOY JUNCTION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vinita, OK 8.1
MONROE PUBLIC SCHOOL Monroe, OK 8.1
BLUEJACKET ES Bluejacket, OK 8.8
TUSKAHOMA PUBLIC SCHOOL Tuskahoma, OK 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Joseph Catholic School

What grades does St Joseph Catholic School serve?

St Joseph Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?

St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Joseph Catholic School rank in OK?

St Joseph Catholic School ranks #6 of 102 private schools in OK.

What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Joseph Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Joseph Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?

St Joseph Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
81
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Muskogee County

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