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#335 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 38% of private schools
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
5125 GRANDVIEW RD, Hanover, PA 17331
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#335 of 873
In Hanover
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School in Hanover · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Hanover, PA. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #335 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 171 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.
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
BetaHow St Joseph Catholic School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Hanover, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Park Hills El Sch | 5.1 |
| Emory H Markle MS | 3.9 |
| Hanover Street El Sch | 8.7 |
| West Manheim El Sch | 5.7 |
| Baresville El Sch | 4.3 |
| Conewago Twp El Sch | 7.3 |
| Clearview El Sch | 6.9 |
| Washington El Sch | 6.7 |
| Hanover SHS | 7.0 |
| Hanover MS | 4.8 |
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 PA.
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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 PA
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
5125 GRANDVIEW RD, Hanover, PA 17331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hanover Street El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Oxford El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby New Oxford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Conewago Twp El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hanover, see our Hanover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Park Hills El Sch Hanover | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Hanover Street El Sch Hanover | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Emory H Markle MS Hanover | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| South Western SHS Hanover | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| West Manheim El Sch Hanover | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Baresville El Sch Hanover | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| DELONE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mc Sherrystown | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Clearview El Sch Hanover | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Conewago Twp El Sch Hanover | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST TERESA OF CALCUTTA Mc Sherrystown | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington El Sch Hanover | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Hanover SHS Hanover | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| HANOVER MENNONITE SCHOOL Hanover | 3.4 mi | — |
| Hanover MS Hanover | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF HANOVER Hanover | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Littlestown SHS Littlestown | 5.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Maple Avenue MS Littlestown | 5.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Alloway Creek El Sch Littlestown | 5.6 mi | 7.1 |
| New Oxford El Sch New Oxford | 7.4 mi | 8.5 |
| New Oxford SHS New Oxford | 7.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,661
Median Home Value
$228,700
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
55,374
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
41.8
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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 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 11.5:1. 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 PA?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #335 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (717) 632-0118
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