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#539 of 873 private schools in PA
St Joseph the Worker School
Elementary School
1858 APPLEWOOD DR, Orefield, PA 18069
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#539 of 873
In Orefield
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph the Worker School
Elementary School in Orefield · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph the Worker School
St Joseph the Worker School is a private elementary school in Orefield, PA. St Joseph the Worker School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph the Worker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph the Worker 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.
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BetaHow St Joseph the Worker School compares to the 2 public schools in Orefield, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Orefield
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph the Worker School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Orefield MS | 6.8 |
| Kernsville Sch | 9.4 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1858 APPLEWOOD DR, Orefield, PA 18069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph the Worker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fred J. Jaindl El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Breinigsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Veterans Memorial El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Breinigsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kernsville Sch (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orefield, see our Orefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orefield MS Orefield | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Kernsville Sch Orefield | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING CENTER Allentown | 1.9 mi | — |
| Springhouse MS Allentown | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Parkway Manor Sch Allentown | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Fogelsville Sch Breinigsville | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| KIDSPEACE NATIONAL CENTERS Orefield | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| LEHIGH CHILDRENS ACADEMY Allentown | 3.5 mi | — |
| Parkland HS Allentown | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Wescosville El Sch Wescosville | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Circle of Seasons CS Fogelsville | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Lower Macungie MS Macungie | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Lehigh Career and Technical Institute Schnecksville | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Cetronia Sch Allentown | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Fred J. Jaindl El Sch Breinigsville | 4.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Schnecksville Sch Schnecksville | 4.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Ironton Sch Coplay | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| DATZYK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allentown | 3.7 mi | — |
| Veterans Memorial El Sch Breinigsville | 4.3 mi | 9.5 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Breinigsville | 4.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,357
Median Home Value
$407,200
Median Rent
$2,225/mo
Population
8,804
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
91.4%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
1.2%
Median Age
45.7
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| Acmetonia El Sch Cheswick, PA | 6.2 |
| Avalon El Sch Pittsburgh, PA | 6.2 |
| Bellevue El Sch Pittsburgh, PA | 6.2 |
| Brecknock El Sch Denver, PA | 6.2 |
| Brown Henry A Sch Philadelphia, PA | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph the Worker School
What grades does St Joseph the Worker School serve?
St Joseph the Worker School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph the Worker School?
St Joseph the Worker School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph the Worker School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph the Worker School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph the Worker School rank in PA?
St Joseph the Worker School ranks #539 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Joseph the Worker School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph the Worker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 the Worker School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph the Worker 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 the Worker School a religious school?
St Joseph the Worker School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lehigh County
- Phone
- (610) 395-7221
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