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#520 of 883 private schools in TX
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
119 W FAY ST, Edinburg, TX 78539
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#520 of 883
In Edinburg
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School in Edinburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Edinburg, TX. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, St Joseph 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph 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 Joseph Catholic School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Edinburg, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 6.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM | 8.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD | 3.8 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE | 7.5 |
| LEE EL | 6.4 |
| AUSTIN EL | 8.2 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 9.4 |
| TRAVIS EL | 6.2 |
| FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| LINCOLN EL | 7.3 |
| L B JOHNSON EL | 7.1 |
| VANGUARD BEETHOVEN | 6.3 |
| MACARIA DELA GARZA GORENA EL | 7.0 |
| DE LA VINA EL | 6.9 |
| FREDDY GONZALEZ EL | 7.5 |
| CANO-GONZALEZ EL | 6.8 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR | — |
| IDEA EDINBURG COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 7.1 |
| IDEA EDINBURG ACADEMY | 3.9 |
| CANTERBURY EL | 8.2 |
| IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 48 schools. View all schools in Edinburg
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.
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 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
119 W FAY ST, Edinburg, TX 78539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFERSON ELEM (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AUSTIN EL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FREDDY GONZALEZ EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEFFERSON ELEM Edinburg | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Edinburg | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| SANCTUARY ACADEMY OF THE REGIONAL BIBLE INSTITUTE Edinburgh | 0.7 mi | — |
| LEE EL Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| AUSTIN EL Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD WORLD SCHOLARS Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| TRAVIS EL Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| EDINBURG COLLEGIATE H S Edinburg | 1.1 mi | — |
| LINCOLN EL Edinburg | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| L B JOHNSON EL Edinburg | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| VANGUARD BEETHOVEN Edinburg | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ROBERT R VELA H S Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MACARIA DELA GARZA GORENA EL Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| FREDDY GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| DE LA VINA EL Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| CANO-GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,864
Median Home Value
$198,300
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
38,162
College Educated
36.8%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Catholic School
What grades does St Joseph Catholic School serve?
St Joseph Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?
St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Catholic School rank in TX?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #520 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 Joseph Catholic School a religious school?
St Joseph Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 86
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 383-3957
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