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#389 of 457 private schools in VA
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
750 PEACHTREE ST, Herndon, VA 20170
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#389 of 457
In Herndon
#4 of 4
public schools
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St Joseph Elementary School
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About St Joseph Elementary School
St Joseph Elementary School is a private elementary school in Herndon, VA. St Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #389 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph Elementary 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 Elementary School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Herndon, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Elementary School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Herndon Middle | 4.5 |
| Clearview Elementary | 5.4 |
| Herndon Elementary | 2.6 |
| Hutchison Elementary | 3.3 |
| Dranesville Elementary | 5.5 |
| McNair Upper Elementary | 8.1 |
| McNair Elementary | 8.2 |
| Coates Elementary | 3.6 |
| Floris Elementary | 6.8 |
| Fox Mill Elementary | 8.2 |
| Carson Middle | 7.3 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 8.4 |
| Crossfield Elementary | 8.2 |
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 VA.
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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 VA
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
750 PEACHTREE ST, Herndon, VA 20170
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McNair Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McNair Upper Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Armstrong Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Reston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Herndon, see our Herndon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Herndon Middle Herndon | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| DULLES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Herndon | 0.4 mi | — |
| Clearview Elementary Herndon | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Herndon | 0.8 mi | — |
| Herndon Elementary Herndon | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Hutchison Elementary Herndon | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HERNDON Herndon | 1.1 mi | — |
| Forest Grove Elementary Sterling | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Herndon | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Herndon High Herndon | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT HERNDON Herndon | 1.5 mi | — |
| Dranesville Elementary Herndon | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Sully Elementary Sterling | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| McNair Upper Elementary Herndon | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| McNair Elementary Herndon | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| BERTHOLD ACADEMY FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Herndon | 2.0 mi | — |
| Sterling Middle Sterling | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Coates Elementary Herndon | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Armstrong Elementary Reston | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Dogwood Elementary Reston | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,875
Median Home Value
$625,600
Median Rent
$2,224/mo
Population
43,372
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bay View Elementary Norfolk, VA | 5.1 |
| Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg, VA | 5.1 |
| Cold Harbor Elementary Mechanicsville, VA | 5.1 |
| Courtland Elementary Spotsylvania, VA | 5.1 |
| Eastern Elementary/Middle Pembroke, VA | 5.1 |
| Marshall Road Elementary Vienna, VA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Elementary School
What grades does St Joseph Elementary School serve?
St Joseph Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Elementary School?
St Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Elementary School rank in VA?
St Joseph Elementary School ranks #389 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St Joseph Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St Joseph Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 880-4353
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