Very Good
#5 of 16 private schools in WY
Top 25% of private schools
St Joseph's Children's Home
School
1419 MAIN ST, Torrington, WY 82240
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 11th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
1st – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wyoming private schools
#5 of 16
In Torrington
#1 of 2
public schools
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About St Joseph's Children's Home
St Joseph's Children's Home is a private school in Torrington, WY. St Joseph's Children's Home serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 1st-11th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph's Children's Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 16 private schools in WY.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- WY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, St Joseph's Children's Home 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 6:1 students to teachers, St Joseph's Children's Home sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph's Children's Home 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 Children's Home compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Torrington, WY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's Children's Home (this school) | 7.3 |
| Torrington High School | 6.9 |
| Trail Elementary | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.8 |
| Torrington Middle School | 7.2 |
| Platte River School | 1.9 |
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 WY.
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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 WY
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
1419 MAIN ST, Torrington, WY 82240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph's Children's Home may also want to explore other schools in the area. Southeast High School (rated 9.0/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Yoder), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southeast Junior High School (rated 8.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Yoder), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southeast Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Yoder), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Torrington, see our Torrington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Torrington | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Torrington High School Torrington | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Torrington Middle School Torrington | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Trail Elementary Torrington | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrington | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Platte River School Torrington | 1.3 mi | 1.9 |
| CHALK BUTTE SCHOOL Harrison | 8.7 mi | — |
| Lingle-Ft. Laramie High School Lingle | 9.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lingle-Ft. Laramie Elementary Lingle | 9.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lingle-Ft. Laramie Middle School Lingle | 9.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Southeast Elementary Yoder | 11.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Southeast Junior High School Yoder | 11.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Southeast High School Yoder | 11.7 mi | 9.0 |
| MORRILL ELEMENTARY Morrill | 14.7 mi | 4.6 |
| TRI COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL Morrill | 14.8 mi | 3.2 |
| MORRILL HIGH SCHOOL Morrill | 14.9 mi | 5.4 |
| MITCHELL SECONDARY SCHOOL Mitchell | 20.6 mi | 8.4 |
| MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mitchell | 21.0 mi | 6.6 |
| TIGER CUB PRESCHOOL Mitchell | 21.1 mi | — |
| LaGrange Elementary La Grange | 28.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,568
Median Home Value
$233,900
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
9,547
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
14.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gillette, WY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph's Children's Home
What grades does St Joseph's Children's Home serve?
St Joseph's Children's Home serves students in grades 1st through 11th.
How many students attend St Joseph's Children's Home?
St Joseph's Children's Home has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Children's Home?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Children's Home is 6:1. 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 Children's Home rank in WY?
St Joseph's Children's Home ranks #5 of 16 private schools in WY.
What is St Joseph's Children's Home's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph's Children's Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Children's Home a private school?
Yes, St Joseph's Children's Home is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Children's Home a religious school?
No, St Joseph's Children's Home is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 11th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 226 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Goshen County
- Phone
- (307) 532-4197
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