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St Joseph School

Elementary School

910 WILSON AVE, Menomonie, WI 54751

Private

Enrollment

63

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#364 of 571

In Menomonie

#1 of 2

public schools

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St Joseph School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Menomonie · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Pauls Lutheran School

5.9/10

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7.9/10

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About St Joseph School

St Joseph School is a private elementary school in Menomonie, WI. St Joseph School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #364 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it compares0.8 pts below WI schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 63 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.

At 6.4:1 students to teachers, St Joseph School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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

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How St Joseph School compares to the 6 public schools in Menomonie, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
63
This School
vs
511
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.8% vs 0%
St Joseph School Menomonie Public Avg

All Schools in Menomonie

School Rating
St Joseph School (this school) 6.0
Oaklawn Elementary 7.9
Menomonie Middle 7.6
Menomonie High 4.6
River Heights Elementary 6.7
School District of the Menomonie Area 4K 3.5
Wakanda Elementary 7.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 6%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Enrollment 63
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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 96.8%
Two or More 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

910 WILSON AVE, Menomonie, WI 54751

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colfax Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Colfax), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tiffany Creek Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Boyceville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mound View Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Elk Mound), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Menomonie, see our Menomonie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonie 0.2 mi 5.9
Oaklawn Elementary Menomonie 0.9 mi 7.9
Menomonie High Menomonie 1.0 mi 4.6
Menomonie Middle Menomonie 1.0 mi 7.6
River Heights Elementary Menomonie 1.2 mi 6.7
Wakanda Elementary Menomonie 1.9 mi 7.2
School District of the Menomonie Area 4K Menomonie 1.9 mi 3.5
TIMOTHY ACADEMY Menomonie 5.0 mi
Downsville Elementary Downsville 6.8 mi 5.2
Knapp Elementary Knapp 9.5 mi 6.8
Boyceville High Boyceville 13.2 mi 4.0
Boyceville Middle Boyceville 13.2 mi 8.0
Tiffany Creek Elementary Boyceville 13.4 mi 8.2
WEST PERU AMISH SCHOOL Durand 14.2 mi
Elk Mound Middle Elk Mound 11.4 mi 7.8
Colfax Elementary Colfax 13.0 mi 8.4
Colfax High Colfax 13.0 mi 6.6
Elk Mound High Elk Mound 11.5 mi 4.7
Mound View Elementary Elk Mound 11.8 mi 8.2
Durand Middle/High Durand 17.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,995

Median Home Value

$232,500

Median Rent

$953/mo

Population

26,000

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

30.9

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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 5th.

How many students attend St Joseph School?

St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Joseph School rank in WI?

St Joseph School ranks #364 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
63
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.6 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Dunn County

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