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#183 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 48% of private schools
St Philomena School
Elementary School · Des Moines, WA
A private elementary school in Des Moines, WA serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
1815 S 220TH ST, Des Moines, WA 98198
- 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. WA average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where St Philomena School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 37Car-Dependent
- Bike 37Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High3,161/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$83,938
Median home value
$527,100
Median rent
$1,770/mo
College educated
31.5%
Homeownership
54.3%
Poverty rate
11.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 98198; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midway ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 3.8 | PK–5 | 0.5 mi | 564 | Compare → |
| Des Moines ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.3 | PK–5 | 1.1 mi | 507 | Compare → |
| River Ridge ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.3 | PK–5 | 1.1 mi | 660 | Compare → |
| Madrona ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 3.9 | PK–5 | 1.4 mi | 333 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
St Philomena School is listed in Des Moines, WA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About St Philomena School
St Philomena School is a private elementary school in Des Moines, WA, serving approximately 256 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 381 private schools in WA.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about St Philomena School
What grades does St Philomena School serve?
St Philomena School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Philomena School?
St Philomena School has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Philomena School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Philomena School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Philomena School rank in WA?
St Philomena School ranks #183 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is St Philomena School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Philomena 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 Philomena School a private school?
Yes, St Philomena 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 Philomena School a religious school?
St Philomena School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 256
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 824-4051
- Area population (ZIP 98198)
- 39,815
- Area average commute
- 30.4 min
- Area median age
- 35.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 98198; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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