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#382 of 872 private schools in PA

Top 44% of private schools

St Joseph School

Elementary School

2945 KINGSTON RD, York, PA 17402

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 35 schools in York. Learn more

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In York

#10 of 11

public schools

Pennsylvania elementary schools

#155 of 368

About St Joseph School

ST Joseph School is an elementary school located in York, Pennsylvania. It serves students from pre-K through 6th grade and has a total enrollment of 229 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. The school employs 17 full-time equivalent teachers, providing each class with ample attention.

ST Joseph School operates as a regular public school but lacks specific test score data to provide detailed academic performance metrics. Given its MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and state ranking of 647th out of 872 schools in Pennsylvania, the school is focusing on student development with room for academic growth. The setting of ST Joseph School places it in a mid-size suburb where students can benefit from community resources and activities.

The school’s location offers a supportive neighborhood environment for its young learners.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Joseph School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Joseph School compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in York, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
229
This School
vs
539
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.9% vs 0%
Asian 4.8% vs 0%
Black 3.1% vs 0%
St Joseph School York Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Joseph School (this school) 6.7
Yorkshire El Sch 6.2
York Suburban MS 7.2
East York El Sch 7.8
Davis Sch 6.3
North Hills El Sch 6.8
Stony Brook El Sch 8.1
Valley View El Sch 6.8
Locust Grove El Sch 6.3
Hannah Penn 5.8
Goode Sch 5.2
Ore Valley El Sch 5.3
Jackson Sch 4.6
York Academy Regional CS 5.6
McKinley Sch 5.8
Ferguson Sch 6.3
Lincoln CS 3.9
Hayshire El Sch 7.0
York Twp El Sch 4.5
Devers Sch 6.0
Edgar Fahs Smith STEAM Academy 6.9

Showing 20 of 32 schools. View all schools in York

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

Score Breakdown

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 PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 43%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 229
View data sources

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)

White 74.2%
Hispanic 10.9%
Two or More 6.1%
Asian 4.8%
Black 3.1%
Native American 0.4%
Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2945 KINGSTON RD, York, PA 17402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stony Brook El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East York El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Yorkshire El Sch York 0.2 mi 6.2
York Suburban MS York 0.4 mi 7.2
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK York 0.8 mi 7.1
East York El Sch York 0.8 mi 7.8
North Hills El Sch York 1.7 mi 6.8
Davis Sch York 1.7 mi 6.3
GRACE ACADEMY York 1.7 mi 4.7
Central York MS York 2.0 mi 7.6
York Suburban SHS York 2.1 mi 7.0
Stony Brook El Sch York 2.2 mi 8.1
Valley View El Sch York 2.2 mi 6.8
TIDINGS OF PEACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL York 2.1 mi 7.9
Ore Valley El Sch York 2.9 mi 5.3
York County School of Technology York 3.0 mi 6.2
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York 3.1 mi 7.8
Locust Grove El Sch York 2.5 mi 6.3
Hannah Penn York 2.7 mi 5.8
Goode Sch York 2.8 mi 5.2
KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York 2.8 mi 7.9
Jackson Sch York 3.0 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,134

Median Home Value

$247,800

Median Rent

$1,307/mo

Population

37,074

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

39.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Joseph School has a median household income of $77,134. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $247,800, with a median rent of $1,307/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Akron El Sch Akron, PA 6.7
BEAVER COUNTY CHRISTIAN Beaver Falls, PA 6.7
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairless Hills, PA 6.7
East Lansdowne El Sch East Lansdowne, PA 6.7
Jordan Bank School Oxford, PA 6.7
Karen A. Ionta El Sch Hermitage, PA 6.7

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 6th.

How many students attend St Joseph School?

St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Joseph School rank in PA?

St Joseph School is ranked #382 out of 872 private schools in PA.

What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph School has a composite rating of 6.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,417/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (York). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
229
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
YORK
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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