St. Patrick School in Saint Joseph, MO, serves 136 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a central city community.
The Catholic–affiliated school employs 8 teachers, maintaining a udent–teacher ratio of 17:1.
Approximately 8.6% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
The school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and offers regular elementary and secondary programs.
Patrick School is one of several private Catholic and Chriian schools located within 2 miles in the Saint Joseph area.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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