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#337 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 38% of private schools
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
1811 CAROLINA ST, Baytown, TX 77520
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#337 of 883
In Baytown
#1 of 3
public schools
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Baytown, TX. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 89 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 9:1 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 27 public schools serving similar grades in Baytown, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 6.7 |
| SAN JACINTO EL | 5.6 |
| CARVER EL | 4.4 |
| LAMAR EL | 5.6 |
| ASHBEL SMITH EL | 4.7 |
| HORACE MANN J H | 4.9 |
| DE ZAVALA EL | 3.2 |
| JAMES BOWIE EL | 4.8 |
| TRAVIS EL | 3.9 |
| SHEILA LILES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY | — |
| BAYTOWN J H | 6.0 |
| CROCKETT EL | 7.1 |
| CEDAR BAYOU J H | 5.5 |
| GCCISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY | — |
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL | 5.0 |
| ALAMO EL | 7.3 |
| HARLEM EL | 5.2 |
| HIGH POINT SCHOOL | — |
| GENTRY J H | 6.1 |
| BANUELOS EL | 5.2 |
| VICTORIA WALKER EL | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Baytown
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
1811 CAROLINA ST, Baytown, TX 77520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LA PORTE EL (rated 7.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby La Porte), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROCKETT EL (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Baytown, see our Baytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN JACINTO EL Baytown | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LEE H S Baytown | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| IMPACT EARLY COLLEGE H S Baytown | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PETER E HYLAND CENTER Baytown | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| CARVER EL Baytown | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| LAMAR EL Baytown | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ASHBEL SMITH EL Baytown | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| HORACE MANN J H Baytown | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Baytown | 2.7 mi | 3.2 |
| STUART CAREER TECH H S Baytown | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Baytown | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| STERLING H S Baytown | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| THE ACADEMY OF VIOLA DEWALT H S La Porte | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| JAMES BOWIE EL Baytown | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| TRAVIS EL Baytown | 4.1 mi | 3.9 |
| SHEILA LILES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Baytown | 4.1 mi | — |
| BAYTOWN J H Baytown | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LA PORTE J H La Porte | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CROCKETT EL Baytown | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| LA PORTE EL La Porte | 4.8 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,249
Median Home Value
$144,200
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
35,724
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
37.1
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| GREAT OAK SCHOOL Tomball, TX | 6.7 |
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| SUMMIT SCHOOL WACO Waco, TX | 6.7 |
| TORAH DAY SCHOOL Houston, TX | 6.7 |
| ANGELO CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Angelo, TX | 6.8 |
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 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 9:1. 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 #337 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 6.7 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
- 89
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 422-9749
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