Very Good
#17 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 9% of private schools
St Joseph School
Elementary School
373 WINTER ST NE, Salem, OR 97301
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#17 of 186
In Salem
#1 of 13
public schools
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in Salem · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private elementary school in Salem, OR. St Joseph School serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 122 students, St Joseph 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.
St Joseph 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 School compares to 51 public schools serving similar grades in Salem, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Howard Street Charter | 7.4 |
| Parrish Middle School | 4.1 |
| Bush Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Grant Community School | 6.3 |
| Englewood Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Richmond Elementary School | 2.5 |
| Highland Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Walker Middle School | 5.3 |
| Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School | 7.7 |
| McKinley Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Hoover Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Eagle Charter School | 8.8 |
| Oregon School for the Deaf | 5.0 |
| Waldo Middle School | 4.4 |
| Harritt Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Myers Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Washington Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Roberts High School | 4.7 |
| Candalaria Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Chapman Hill Elementary School | 5.6 |
Showing 20 of 51 schools. View all schools in Salem
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 OR.
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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 OR
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
373 WINTER ST NE, Salem, OR 97301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eagle Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LITTLE FRIENDS MONTESSORI (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MONTESSORI DISCOVERY CENTER (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE FRIENDS MONTESSORI Salem | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Howard Street Charter Salem | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salem | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN PREKINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN Salem | 0.4 mi | — |
| Parrish Middle School Salem | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Grant Community School Salem | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Bush Elementary School Salem | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| North Salem High School Salem | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Highland Elementary School Salem | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Englewood Elementary School Salem | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Salem | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| South Salem High School Salem | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| MONTESSORI DISCOVERY CENTER Salem | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Richmond Elementary School Salem | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School Salem | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Eagle Charter School Salem | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Oregon School for the Deaf Salem | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| McKinley Elementary School Salem | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Walker Middle School Salem | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Hoover Elementary School Salem | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,497
Median Home Value
$310,800
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
56,274
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
43.2%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethany Charter School Silverton, OR | 7.8 |
| GOODTIME CHINESE SCHOOL Portland, OR | 7.8 |
| Mountain View Academy Lowell, OR | 7.8 |
| Territorial Elementary School Junction City, OR | 7.8 |
| Haines Elementary School Baker City, OR | 7.7 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bend, OR | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph School rank in OR?
St Joseph School ranks #17 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 School a religious school?
St Joseph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (503) 581-2147
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