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#384 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 44% of private schools
St Joseph School
Elementary School
2945 KINGSTON RD, York, PA 17402
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#384 of 873
In York
#10 of 11
public schools
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in York · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Yorkshire EL Sch
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York Suburban MS
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private elementary school in York, PA. St Joseph School serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #384 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
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 32 public schools serving similar grades in York, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Yorkshire El Sch | 6.4 |
| York Suburban MS | 5.8 |
| East York El Sch | 7.7 |
| Davis Sch | 4.3 |
| North Hills El Sch | 4.5 |
| Stony Brook El Sch | 5.5 |
| Valley View El Sch | 6.7 |
| Locust Grove El Sch | 6.1 |
| Hannah Penn | 6.2 |
| Goode Sch | 5.3 |
| Ore Valley El Sch | 6.5 |
| Jackson Sch | 5.1 |
| York Academy Regional CS | 6.9 |
| McKinley Sch | 5.8 |
| Ferguson Sch | 4.4 |
| Lincoln CS | 2.4 |
| Hayshire El Sch | 3.5 |
| York Twp El Sch | 5.9 |
| Devers Sch | 4.6 |
| Edgar Fahs Smith STEAM Academy | 7.5 |
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
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
2945 KINGSTON RD, York, PA 17402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East York El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Valley View El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 6.4 |
| York Suburban MS York | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK York | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| East York El Sch York | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| North Hills El Sch York | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Davis Sch York | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| GRACE ACADEMY York | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Central York MS York | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| York Suburban SHS York | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Stony Brook El Sch York | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Valley View El Sch York | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| TIDINGS OF PEACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL York | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Ore Valley El Sch York | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| York County School of Technology York | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Locust Grove El Sch York | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Hannah Penn York | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Goode Sch York | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Jackson Sch York | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAVER COUNTY CHRISTIAN Beaver Falls, PA | 6.7 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairless Hills, PA | 6.7 |
| Dobson James Sch Philadelphia, PA | 6.7 |
| Lyndwood El Sch Hanover Township, PA | 6.7 |
| Redbank Valley Primary School New Bethlehem, PA | 6.7 |
| ST MARGARET SCHOOL Narberth, 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 ranks #384 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 – 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 County
- Phone
- (717) 755-1797
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