Excellent
#12 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 2% of private schools
St Joseph Grade School
Elementary School
2750 N 122ND ST, Wauwatosa, WI 53222
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#12 of 571
In Wauwatosa
#1 of 8
public schools
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St Joseph Grade School
Elementary School in Wauwatosa · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Grade School
St Joseph Grade School is a private elementary school in Wauwatosa, WI. St Joseph Grade School serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for St Joseph Grade School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 177 students, St Joseph Grade School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Grade School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph Grade 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 Grade School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Wauwatosa, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Grade School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Eisenhower Elementary | 6.6 |
| Wauwatosa Montessori School | 8.1 |
| Whitman Middle | 5.4 |
| UpGrade Media Arts Schools | — |
| Underwood Elementary | 5.2 |
| McKinley Elementary | 7.6 |
| Vel R Phillips School | 5.8 |
| Madison Elementary | 6.7 |
| Longfellow Middle | 7.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 8.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 8.8 |
| Wauwatosa STEM | 8.1 |
| Wilson Elementary | 7.1 |
| Wauwatosa Virtual Academy | 4.8 |
| Washington Elementary | 7.8 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 7.6 |
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 WI.
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 WI
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2750 N 122ND ST, Wauwatosa, WI 53222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tonawanda Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Elm Grove), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST AGNES SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Butler), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wauwatosa Montessori School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wauwatosa, see our Wauwatosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Elementary Wauwatosa | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| West High Wauwatosa | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Wauwatosa Montessori School Wauwatosa | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Whitman Middle Wauwatosa | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| UpGrade Media Arts Schools Wauwatosa | 0.8 mi | — |
| Tonawanda Elementary Elm Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| BROOKFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brookfield | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARY VISITATION SCHOOL Elm Grove | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Brookfield East High Brookfield | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Underwood Elementary Wauwatosa | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Vel R Phillips School Wauwatosa | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| DIVINE SAVIOR HOLY ANGELS HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary Milwaukee | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookfield | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SHINING STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Milwaukee | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Butler | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| McKinley Elementary Wauwatosa | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MILWAUKEE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Dixon Elementary Brookfield | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,523
Median Home Value
$202,100
Median Rent
$1,026/mo
Population
24,400
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alma Elementary Alma, WI | 8.6 |
| Flynn Elementary Eau Claire, WI | 8.6 |
| Murray Park Elementary Ripon, WI | 8.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL De Pere, WI | 8.6 |
| Pepin Elementary Pepin, WI | 8.6 |
| Potosi Elementary Potosi, WI | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Grade School
What grades does St Joseph Grade School serve?
St Joseph Grade School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Grade School?
St Joseph Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Grade School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Grade School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Grade School rank in WI?
St Joseph Grade School ranks #12 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Joseph Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at St Joseph Grade School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Joseph Grade School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is St Joseph Grade School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Grade 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 Grade School a religious school?
St Joseph Grade School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 177
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 771-5577
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