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#24 of 69 private schools in WV

Top 33% of private schools

St Joseph the Worker Grade School

Elementary School

151 MICHAEL WAY, Weirton, WV 26062

Private

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

West Virginia private schools

#24 of 69

In Weirton

#1 of 3

public schools

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St Joseph the Worker Grade School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Weirton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Joseph the Worker Grade School

St Joseph the Worker Grade School is a private elementary school in Weirton, WV. St Joseph the Worker Grade School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph the Worker Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 69 private schools in WV.

How it comparesOn par with WV schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 138 students, St Joseph the Worker 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, St Joseph the Worker 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 the Worker 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

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How St Joseph the Worker Grade School compares to the 3 public schools in Weirton, WV

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
138
This School
vs
627
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.9% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
St Joseph the Worker Grade School Weirton Public Avg

All Schools in Weirton

School Rating
St Joseph the Worker Grade School (this school) 6.6
Weirton Elementary 8.7
Weir Middle School 6.9
Weir High School 5.4

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 WV.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 10%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 138
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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 WV

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 94.9%
Two or More 3.6%
Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

151 MICHAEL WAY, Weirton, WV 26062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph the Worker Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brooke Intermediate School North (rated 9.4/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Follansbee), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Garfield Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Steubenville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Weirton Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Weirton, see our Weirton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MADONNA HIGH SCHOOL Weirton 0.1 mi 6.4
Weirton Elementary Weirton 1.0 mi 8.7
Weir Middle School Weirton 1.3 mi 6.9
Weir High School Weirton 1.4 mi 5.4
ST PAULS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirton 2.1 mi 5.6
East Garfield Elementary School Steubenville 4.1 mi 9.0
Toronto Jr. / Sr. High School Toronto 4.4 mi 7.4
Toronto Elementary School Toronto 4.4 mi 8.0
Karaffa Elementary Toronto 4.4 mi 3.4
Steubenville High School Steubenville 4.5 mi 9.0
Wells Academy Steubenville 4.5 mi 8.3
Brooke Primary School North Follansbee 6.1 mi 5.9
Brooke Intermediate School North Follansbee 5.9 mi 9.4
TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Burgettstown 4.8 mi 8.1
McKinley STEM Academy Steubenville 5.4 mi 6.8
Harding Middle School Steubenville 5.3 mi 8.5
CORNERSTONE MENNONITE SCHOOL Burgettstown 5.8 mi 6.3
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 Mingo Junction 6.7 mi 5.3
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 Mingo Junction 6.7 mi 5.5
Hills Elementary School Mingo Junction 6.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,027

Median Home Value

$122,800

Median Rent

$747/mo

Population

20,721

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

45.8

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Cottageville Elementary School Cottageville, WV 6.6
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West Liberty Elementary School West Liberty, WV 6.5
Cherry River Elementary School Richwood, WV 6.7
Holden Central Elementary School Holden, WV 6.7
Kimball Elementary School Kimball, WV 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Joseph the Worker Grade School

What grades does St Joseph the Worker Grade School serve?

St Joseph the Worker Grade School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Joseph the Worker Grade School?

St Joseph the Worker Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph the Worker Grade 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 the Worker Grade School rank in WV?

St Joseph the Worker Grade School ranks #24 of 69 private schools in WV.

What is St Joseph the Worker Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph the Worker Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 the Worker Grade School a private school?

Yes, St Joseph the Worker 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 the Worker Grade School a religious school?

St Joseph the Worker Grade School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
138
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Hancock County

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