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#154 of 381 private schools in WA
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St Joseph Marquette Catholic School
Elementary School
202 N 4TH ST, Yakima, WA 98901
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#154 of 381
In Yakima
#3 of 5
public schools
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St Joseph Marquette Catholic School
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About St Joseph Marquette Catholic School
St Joseph Marquette Catholic School is a private elementary school in Yakima, WA. St Joseph Marquette Catholic School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Marquette Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph Marquette 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 Marquette Catholic School compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Yakima, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Marquette Catholic School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Barge-Lincoln Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Washington Middle School | 6.2 |
| Garfield Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Adams Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Ridgeview Group Home | — |
| Juvenile Detention Center | — |
| Mckinley Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs | 7.0 |
| Hoover Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Franklin Middle School | 6.5 |
| Robertson Elementary | 8.5 |
| Discovery Early Learning Center | 6.0 |
| Mcclure Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Ridgeview Elementary | 7.6 |
| Lewis & Clark Middle School | 5.7 |
| Martin Luther King Jr Elementary | 7.5 |
| Nob Hill Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital dba Children's Village | — |
| K-8 Learning Lab | 4.0 |
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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 WA.
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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 WA
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
202 N 4TH ST, Yakima, WA 98901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Marquette Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barge-Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgeview Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Yakima, see our Yakima schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESD 105 Open Doors Yakima | 0.5 mi | — |
| NACHES VALLEY ESD 105 OPEN DOORS Yakima | 0.5 mi | — |
| Barge-Lincoln Elementary School Yakima | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Washington Middle School Yakima | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Davis High School Yakima | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Adams Elementary School Yakima | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Garfield Elementary School Yakima | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Stanton Academy Yakima | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOHN OF KRONSTADT ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hoover Elementary School Yakima | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yakima | 1.7 mi | — |
| Mckinley Elementary School Yakima | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Ridgeview Group Home Yakima | 1.4 mi | — |
| Juvenile Detention Center Yakima | 1.4 mi | — |
| Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs Yakima | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Yakima Open Doors Yakima | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Yakima Online Yakima | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Yakima | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Franklin Middle School Yakima | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Ridgeview Elementary Yakima | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,429
Median Home Value
$268,100
Median Rent
$996/mo
Population
32,080
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Broadway Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 6.6 |
| Bryn Mawr Elementary School Seattle, WA | 6.6 |
| Central Elementary School Hoquiam, WA | 6.6 |
| Crestline Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 6.6 |
| Everson Elementary Everson, WA | 6.6 |
| Fryelands Elementary Monroe, WA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Marquette Catholic School
What grades does St Joseph Marquette Catholic School serve?
St Joseph Marquette Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Marquette Catholic School?
St Joseph Marquette Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Marquette Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Marquette Catholic School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Marquette Catholic School rank in WA?
St Joseph Marquette Catholic School ranks #154 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is St Joseph Marquette Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Marquette 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 Joseph Marquette Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Marquette 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 Marquette Catholic School a religious school?
St Joseph Marquette Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yakima County
- Phone
- (509) 575-5557
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