Very Good
#92 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 24% of private schools
St Joseph's Catholic School
Elementary School
901 W 4TH AVE, Kennewick, WA 99336
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#92 of 381
In Kennewick
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph's Catholic School
Elementary School in Kennewick · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph's Catholic School
St Joseph's Catholic School is a private elementary school in Kennewick, WA. St Joseph's Catholic School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #92 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph's 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's Catholic School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Kennewick, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Amistad Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Park Middle School | 6.3 |
| Westgate Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Canyon View Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Keewaydin Discovery Center | 5.4 |
| Washington Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Eastgate Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Southgate Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Horse Heaven Hills Middle School | 4.4 |
| Highlands Middle School | 5.0 |
| Cascade Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Legacy High School | 3.0 |
| Edison Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Chinook Middle School | 5.7 |
| Benton/Franklin Juvenile Justice Center | — |
| Mid-Columbia Parent Partnership | 4.5 |
| Fuerza Elementary | 7.5 |
| Ridge View Elementary School | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Kennewick
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.
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 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
901 W 4TH AVE, Kennewick, WA 99336
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph's Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westgate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canyon View Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Pasco), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kennewick, see our Kennewick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amistad Elementary School Kennewick | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Kennewick High School Kennewick | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Phoenix High School Kennewick | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Park Middle School Kennewick | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Canyon View Elementary School Kennewick | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Elementary School Kennewick | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Westgate Elementary School Kennewick | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Keewaydin Discovery Center Kennewick | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Eastgate Elementary School Kennewick | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Rowena Chess Elementary Pasco | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Cascade Elementary School Kennewick | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kennewick | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Horse Heaven Hills Middle School Kennewick | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Stevens Middle School Pasco | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Pasco Early Childhood Pasco | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Pasco Innovative Experiences and e-Learning Pasco | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| TRI-CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Pasco | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Emerson Elementary Pasco | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PATRICK'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pasco | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Longfellow Elementary Pasco | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,308
Median Home Value
$292,300
Median Rent
$1,155/mo
Population
51,180
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
49.3%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tenino Elementary School Tenino, WA | 7.2 |
| GIDDENS SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.3 |
| Graham Hill Elementary School Seattle, WA | 7.3 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.3 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.3 |
| Orchard Center Elementary Spokane, WA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph's Catholic School
What grades does St Joseph's Catholic School serve?
St Joseph's Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph's Catholic School?
St Joseph's Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Catholic School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph's Catholic School rank in WA?
St Joseph's Catholic School ranks #92 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is St Joseph's Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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's Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph's 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's Catholic School a religious school?
St Joseph's Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Benton County
- Phone
- (509) 586-0481
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