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#84 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 45% of private schools
St Peter Catholic School
Elementary School
98 SW 9TH ST, Ontario, OR 97914
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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St Peter Catholic School
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About St Peter Catholic School
St Peter Catholic School is a private elementary school in Ontario, OR. St Peter Catholic School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, St Peter 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, St Peter Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Peter 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
BetaHow St Peter Catholic School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Ontario, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter Catholic School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Ontario Middle School | 7.8 |
| May Roberts Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Aiken Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Alameda Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Four Rivers Community School | 8.5 |
| Cairo Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Annex Charter School | 9.1 |
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
98 SW 9TH ST, Ontario, OR 97914
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aiken Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Alameda Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, May Roberts Elementary School (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ontario, see our Ontario schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario Middle School Ontario | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Ontario High School Ontario | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| May Roberts Elementary School Ontario | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Aiken Elementary School Ontario | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Alameda Elementary School Ontario | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Four Rivers Community School Ontario | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Cairo Elementary School Ontario | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| TREASURE VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fruitland | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| FRUITLAND HIGH SCHOOL Fruitland | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| FRUITLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fruitland | 3.2 mi | — |
| TREASURE VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Payette | 3.7 mi | — |
| PAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL Payette | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Payette | 4.1 mi | 2.9 |
| FRUITLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Fruitland | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| FRUITLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fruitland | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| PAYETTE ACADEMY Payette | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| PAYETTE PRIMARY SCHOOL Payette | 4.2 mi | 4.0 |
| RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Payette | 4.9 mi | 8.2 |
| MCCAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Payette | 4.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Ontario | 6.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,442
Median Home Value
$220,600
Median Rent
$813/mo
Population
19,879
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
15.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
36.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MCMINNVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mcminnville, OR | 6.5 |
| Union Elementary School Lakeview, OR | 6.6 |
| PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Portland, OR | 6.7 |
| EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY AT PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Forest Grove, OR | 6.2 |
| HARMONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland, OR | 6.9 |
| ROSEBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roseburg, OR | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter Catholic School
What grades does St Peter Catholic School serve?
St Peter Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Peter Catholic School?
St Peter Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Catholic School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter Catholic School rank in OR?
St Peter Catholic School ranks #84 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is St Peter Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 Peter Catholic School a religious school?
St Peter Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 138 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Malheur County
- Phone
- (541) 889-7363
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