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#183 of 457 private schools in VA

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St Patrick Catholic School

Elementary School

1000 BOLLING AVE, Norfolk, VA 23508

Private

Enrollment

372

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#183 of 457

In Norfolk

#10 of 17

public schools

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St Patrick Catholic School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Norfolk · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Larchmont Elementary

7.3/10

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4.4/10

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About St Patrick Catholic School

St Patrick Catholic School is a private elementary school in Norfolk, VA. St Patrick Catholic School serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.4 pts above VA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Patrick 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

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How St Patrick Catholic School compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Norfolk, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
372
This School
vs
497
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.6% vs 0%
Asian 4.6% vs 0%
Black 3.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.5% vs 0%
St Patrick Catholic School Norfolk Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Patrick Catholic School (this school) 6.6
Larchmont Elementary 7.3
James Monroe Elementary 4.4
Granby Elementary 4.4
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary 8.2
Blair Middle 4.8
Willard Elementary 6.8
Suburban Park Elementary 5.6
Ghent K-8 6.8
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood 9.3
Sewells Point Elementary 6.3
Lindenwood Elementary 6.0
Camp Allen Elementary 8.4
P.B. Young Sr. Elementary 2.9
Norview Middle 4.4
Jacox Elementary 3.0
Crossroads PreK-8 School 5.4
Norview Elementary 4.8
Ruffner School 3.1
Richard Bowling Elementary 4.7
Sherwood Forest Elementary 5.0

Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Norfolk

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,408
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 372
View data sources

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)

White 80.6%
Two or More 7.3%
Asian 4.6%
Black 3.5%
Hispanic 3.5%
Native American 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1000 BOLLING AVE, Norfolk, VA 23508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Patrick Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter Herron Taylor Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Larchmont Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ghent K-8 (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Larchmont Elementary Norfolk 0.2 mi 7.3
James Monroe Elementary Norfolk 1.2 mi 4.4
MCDONALD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk 1.1 mi 4.9
LOCH-MEADOW KINDERGARTEN Norfolk 1.4 mi
Granby Elementary Norfolk 1.4 mi 4.4
DOMINION ACADEMY Norfolk 1.6 mi 8.2
Blair Middle Norfolk 1.7 mi 4.8
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary Norfolk 1.7 mi 8.2
Granby High Norfolk 1.5 mi 6.4
WEST GHENT SCHOOL Norfolk 1.8 mi
BINA HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk 1.8 mi
PARK PLACE SCHOOL Norfolk 1.9 mi 4.5
Matthew Fontaine Maury High Norfolk 1.9 mi 6.7
NORFOLK CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Norfolk 1.7 mi 6.2
Ghent K-8 Norfolk 2.0 mi 6.8
NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk 1.9 mi 5.2
Willard Elementary Norfolk 1.8 mi 6.8
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Norfolk 2.2 mi
Suburban Park Elementary Norfolk 1.9 mi 5.6
Sewells Point Elementary Norfolk 2.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,524

Median Home Value

$384,800

Median Rent

$1,381/mo

Population

20,119

College Educated

55.6%

Homeownership

50.9%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

23.9

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Kempsville Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach, VA 6.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Patrick Catholic School

What grades does St Patrick Catholic School serve?

St Patrick Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Patrick Catholic School?

St Patrick Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick Catholic School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Patrick Catholic School rank in VA?

St Patrick Catholic School ranks #183 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is St Patrick Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Patrick Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Patrick Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Patrick 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 Patrick Catholic School a religious school?

St Patrick Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
372
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Norfolk city

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