Very Good
#212 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 24% of private schools
St Jerome Catholic School
Elementary School
8825 KEMPWOOD DR, Houston, TX 77080
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#212 of 883
In Houston
#35 of 104
public schools
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St Jerome Catholic School
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About St Jerome Catholic School
St Jerome Catholic School is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. St Jerome Catholic School serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Jerome Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, St Jerome Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, St Jerome Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Jerome Catholic 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 Jerome Catholic School compares to 630 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Jerome Catholic School (this school) | 7.2 |
| EDGEWOOD EL | 5.5 |
| HOLLIBROOK EL | 7.8 |
| CEDAR BROOK EL | 7.8 |
| BUFFALO CREEK EL | 5.4 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE | 4.7 |
| RIDGECREST EL | 7.8 |
| SPRING SHADOWS EL | 4.2 |
| SPRING BRANCH EL | 7.6 |
| NORTHBROOK MIDDLE | 6.0 |
| SPRING WOODS MIDDLE | 4.9 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY | 9.6 |
| PINE SHADOWS EL | 7.7 |
| BENBROOK EL | 5.5 |
| VALLEY OAKS EL | 9.1 |
| TREASURE FOREST EL | 4.4 |
| TERRACE EL | 7.3 |
| WOODVIEW EL | 5.0 |
| CLIFTON MIDDLE | 3.1 |
| BANE EL | 2.9 |
| WAINWRIGHT EL | 6.0 |
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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 TX.
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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 TX
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
8825 KEMPWOOD DR, Houston, TX 77080
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Jerome Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY OAKS EL (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLLIBROOK EL (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CEDAR BROOK EL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EDGEWOOD EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| HOLLIBROOK EL Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CEDAR BROOK EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BUFFALO CREEK EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| THE PANDA PATH SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| THE HUB HOUSTON INC. Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| SPRING BRANCH EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| RIDGECREST EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| NORTHBROOK H S Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| THE LION LANE SCHOOL Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| SPRING SHADOWS EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| NORTHBROOK MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Houston | 1.8 mi | 9.6 |
| THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL Houston | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| SPRING WOODS MIDDLE Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| VALLEY OAKS EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| PINE SHADOWS EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,056
Median Home Value
$311,600
Median Rent
$1,253/mo
Population
49,064
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
31.8
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| MOUNT ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Jerome Catholic School
What grades does St Jerome Catholic School serve?
St Jerome Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Jerome Catholic School?
St Jerome Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Jerome Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Jerome Catholic School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Jerome Catholic School rank in TX?
St Jerome Catholic School ranks #212 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Jerome Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Jerome Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Jerome Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Jerome Catholic 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 Jerome Catholic School a religious school?
St Jerome Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 468-7946
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