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#731 of 873 private schools in PA
St Joseph's Preparatory School
High School
1733 W GIRARD AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Enrollment
898
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
898
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#731 of 873
In Philadelphia
#87 of 95
public schools
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About St Joseph's Preparatory School
St Joseph's Preparatory School is a private high school in Philadelphia, PA. St Joseph's Preparatory School serves approximately 898 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph's Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #731 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph's Preparatory 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's Preparatory School compares to 91 public schools serving similar grades in Philadelphia, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's Preparatory School (this school) | 5.2 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS | 4.5 |
| Franklin LC | 5.4 |
| Vaux HS: A Big Picture School | 6.2 |
| Science Leadership Academy | 8.8 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS | 4.0 |
| Masterman Julia R Sec Sch | 8.0 |
| Parkway Center City Middle College | 8.2 |
| HS of Engineering & Science | 8.0 |
| Math Civics and Sciences CS | 3.8 |
| The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy | 4.2 |
| Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson | 3.4 |
| TECH Freire CS | 7.5 |
| Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS | 3.7 |
| The U School: Innovative Lab | 6.6 |
| Bodine William W HS | 8.2 |
| Freire CS | 3.8 |
| Dobbins Area Vocational-Technical High School | 5.1 |
| Strawberry Mansion HS | 3.8 |
| National Constitution Center HS | 7.3 |
| Kensington Creative & Performing Arts HS | 6.3 |
Showing 20 of 91 schools. View all schools in Philadelphia
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
1733 W GIRARD AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph's Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Science Leadership Academy (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkway Center City Middle College (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Masterman Julia R Sec Sch (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GESU SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| YouthBuild Phila CS Philadelphia | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| People for People CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.1 |
| Alliance for Progress CS Philadelphia | 0.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Franklin LC Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Waring Laura W Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Science Leadership Academy Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Bache-Martin Sch Philadelphia | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Masterman Julia R Sec Sch Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| OUR HOUSE MONTESSORI Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | — |
| Vaux HS: A Big Picture School Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| HS of Engineering & Science Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Parkway Center City Middle College Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Spring Garden Sch Philadelphia | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| CITY SCHOOL AT FAIRMOUNT Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| The SD of Philadelphia Virtual Academy Philadelphia | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,436
Median Home Value
$483,500
Median Rent
$1,836/mo
Population
30,424
College Educated
78.5%
Homeownership
38.7%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
33.7
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| Iroquois JSHS Erie, PA | 5.2 |
| Lincoln JSHS Ellwood City, PA | 5.2 |
| Pittston Area SHS Pittston, PA | 5.2 |
| Punxsutawney Area HS Punxsutawney, PA | 5.2 |
| Shamokin Area HS Shamokin, PA | 5.2 |
| Southmoreland SHS Alverton, PA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph's Preparatory School
What grades does St Joseph's Preparatory School serve?
St Joseph's Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Joseph's Preparatory School?
St Joseph's Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 898 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Preparatory School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph's Preparatory School rank in PA?
St Joseph's Preparatory School ranks #731 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Joseph's Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph's Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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's Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph's Preparatory School is a private all-boys 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's Preparatory School a religious school?
St Joseph's Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 898
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Philadelphia County
- Phone
- (267) 515-5920
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