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#195 of 381 private schools in WA
St Joseph School
Middle School
70018TH AVE E, Seattle, WA 98112
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#195 of 381
In Seattle
#48 of 68
public schools
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St Joseph School
Middle School in Seattle · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private middle school in Seattle, WA. St Joseph School serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #195 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph 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 School compares to 104 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Edmonds S. Meany Middle School | 4.0 |
| Stevens Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Lowell Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Seattle World School | 6.0 |
| Montlake Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Madrona K-5 School | 8.8 |
| McGilvra Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Tops K-8 School | 9.2 |
| Interagency Detention School | 7.2 |
| Bailey Gatzert Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Leschi Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Washington Middle School | 7.2 |
| Queen Anne Elementary | 8.6 |
| John Hay Elementary School | 6.8 |
| John Stanford International School | 9.3 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary | 9.2 |
| McClure Middle School | 8.1 |
| Hamilton International Middle School | 8.3 |
| B F Day Elementary School | 9.7 |
| Beacon Hill International School | 9.4 |
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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
70018TH AVE E, Seattle, WA 98112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stevens Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montlake Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madrona K-5 School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY NAMES ACADEMY Seattle | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Edmonds S. Meany Middle School Seattle | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Stevens Elementary School Seattle | 0.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Lowell Elementary School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Seattle World School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| SEATTLE AMISTAD SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Montlake Elementary School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| THE VALLEY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BERTSCHI SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SEATTLE Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Nova High School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Middle College High School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| THE BUSH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL Seattle | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Garfield High School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Madrona K-5 School Seattle | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| SEATTLE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,073
Median Home Value
$1,407,400
Median Rent
$2,062/mo
Population
23,961
College Educated
80.9%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cougar Mountain Middle School Issaquah, WA | 6.4 |
| David T. Denny International Middle School Seattle, WA | 6.4 |
| East Valley Middle School Spokane Valley, WA | 6.4 |
| Ephrata Middle School Ephrata, WA | 6.4 |
| Goodman Middle School Gig Harbor, WA | 6.4 |
| Komachin Middle School Lacey, WA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph School rank in WA?
St Joseph School ranks #195 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 School a religious school?
St Joseph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 550
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 329-3260
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