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#219 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 38% of private schools
St Joseph School
Elementary School
128 W HUMBIRD ST, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#219 of 571
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in Rice Lake · grades Pre-K – 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 elementary school in Rice Lake, WI. St Joseph School serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for St Joseph School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 126 students, St Joseph 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.
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 the 5 public schools in Rice Lake, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rice Lake
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Rice Lake High | 4.5 |
| Hilltop Day Care and Preschool | — |
| Hilltop Elementary | 8.2 |
| Rice Lake Middle | 7.8 |
| Tainter Elementary | 7.8 |
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.
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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 2 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
128 W HUMBIRD ST, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilltop Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Roselawn Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Chetek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haugen Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Haugen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rice Lake, see our Rice Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rice Lake High Rice Lake | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Hilltop Day Care and Preschool Rice Lake | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hilltop Elementary Rice Lake | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Rice Lake Middle Rice Lake | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| REDEEMER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rice Lake | 1.4 mi | — |
| Tainter Elementary Rice Lake | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Cameron Elementary Cameron | 5.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Cameron Middle Cameron | 7.0 mi | 7.7 |
| North Star Academy Cameron | 7.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Cameron High Cameron | 7.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Cameron Academy of Virtual Education Cameron | 7.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Haugen Elementary Haugen | 7.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BARRON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Barron | 8.2 mi | — |
| Barron High Barron | 9.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Advanced Learning Academy of Wisconsin Barron | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Woodland Elementary Barron | 9.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Riverview Middle Barron | 9.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PLEASANT VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Chetek | 13.7 mi | — |
| Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Roselawn Elementary Chetek | 13.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Middle Chetek | 13.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54868 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,567
Median Home Value
$199,300
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
16,054
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
15.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
41.1
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| NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT ST MARK Rothschild, WI | 6.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 10.9:1. 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 WI?
St Joseph School ranks #219 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Joseph School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Barron County
- Phone
- (715) 234-7721
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