Very Good
#24 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 8% of private schools
St Joseph School
Elementary School
1225 GALLATIN PIKE S, Madison, TN 37115
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#24 of 284
In Madison
#2 of 6
public schools
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St Joseph School
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private elementary school in Madison, TN. St Joseph School serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, St Joseph School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 6 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Madison Middle | 4.5 |
| Smithson Craighead Academy | 7.0 |
| Chadwell Elementary | 3.2 |
| Stratton Elementary | 5.4 |
| Amqui Elementary | 6.5 |
| Gateway Elementary | 7.2 |
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 TN.
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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 TN
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
1225 GALLATIN PIKE S, Madison, TN 37115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dan Mills Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Inglewood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Nashville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac Litton Middle Nashville | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| GOODPASTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Madison Middle Madison | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| THE EDISON SCHOOL Madison | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| THE EDISON SCHOOL Madison | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Stratton Elementary Madison | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Chadwell Elementary Madison | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Smithson Craighead Academy Madison | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Dan Mills Elementary Nashville | 1.9 mi | 9.6 |
| Maplewood High Nashville | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Amqui Elementary Madison | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Liberty Collegiate Academy Nashville | 2.4 mi | 1.8 |
| East End Preparatory School Nashville | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Jere Baxter Middle Nashville | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| MADISON ACADEMY Madison | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Neely's Bend Elementary Nashville | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Inglewood Elementary Nashville | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Stratford STEM Magnet School Nashville | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Hunters Lane High Nashville | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,034
Median Home Value
$271,100
Median Rent
$1,263/mo
Population
41,303
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cloudland Elementary School Roan Mountain, TN | 7.8 |
| Corryton Elementary Corryton, TN | 7.8 |
| Grand Junction Elementary Grand Junction, TN | 7.8 |
| Margaret Newton Elementary Tiptonville, TN | 7.8 |
| Midtown Elementary Harriman, TN | 7.8 |
| ST PETERS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN | 7.8 |
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 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 7:1. 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 TN?
St Joseph School ranks #24 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 206
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Phone
- (615) 865-1491
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