Excellent
#46 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 8% of private schools
St Joseph's Parish School
Elementary School
1619 WASHINGTON ST, Grafton, WI 53024
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#46 of 571
In Grafton
#1 of 4
public schools
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About St Joseph's Parish School
St Joseph's Parish School is a private elementary school in Grafton, WI. St Joseph's Parish School serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph's Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 106 students, St Joseph's Parish 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, St Joseph's Parish School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph's Parish 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 Parish School compares to the 4 public schools in Grafton, WI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Grafton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's Parish School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Grafton High | 6.5 |
| Kennedy Elementary | 8.2 |
| John Long Middle | 7.9 |
| Woodview Elementary | 8.8 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1619 WASHINGTON ST, Grafton, WI 53024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph's Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunwiddie Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Port Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkview Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Cedarburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodview Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grafton, see our Grafton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Grafton | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Grafton High Grafton | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Kennedy Elementary Grafton | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Grafton | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| John Long Middle Grafton | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Woodview Elementary Grafton | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Grafton | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Thorson Elementary Cedarburg | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| FIRST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cedarburg | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Cedarburg High Cedarburg | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Westlawn Elementary Cedarburg | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Parkview Elementary Cedarburg | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Early Childhood Cedarburg | 2.9 mi | — |
| Webster Middle Cedarburg | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| ST FRANCIS BORGIA SCHOOL Cedarburg | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Saukville Elementary Saukville | 4.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Oriole Lane Elementary Mequon | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Dunwiddie Elementary Port Washington | 5.2 mi | 9.1 |
| LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mequon | 6.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Port Washington High Port Washington | 6.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,675
Median Home Value
$353,700
Median Rent
$1,124/mo
Population
19,040
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kewaskum, WI | 8.0 |
| Haugen Elementary Haugen, WI | 8.0 |
| Coloma Elementary Coloma, WI | 8.1 |
| Merrimac Community Merrimac, WI | 8.1 |
| Monticello Elementary Monticello, WI | 8.1 |
| New Auburn Elementary New Auburn, WI | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph's Parish School
What grades does St Joseph's Parish School serve?
St Joseph's Parish School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph's Parish School?
St Joseph's Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Parish School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Parish School is 9.8:1. 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 Parish School rank in WI?
St Joseph's Parish School ranks #46 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St Joseph's Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph's Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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's Parish School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph's Parish 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 Parish School a religious school?
St Joseph's Parish School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 106
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ozaukee County
- Phone
- (262) 375-6505
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