St. Joseph Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 682 students
Yearly Tuition: $17,000
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Joseph Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

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Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Joseph Academy
9	177
10	167
11	173
12	165

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1890

Colors

Purple, Gold

Student Body

Total Students

682 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 25%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

54 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

19 students

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP ChemistryAP Comparative Government and Politics

AP Computer Science PrincipalsAP English Language and Composition

AP English Literature and CompositionAP French

AP Government and Politics: United StatesAP Latin: Julius Caesar & Vergil

AP Mandarin ChineseAP Music Theory

AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language

AP StatisticsAP Studio Art

AP U.S. HistoryAP World History

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$17,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for the 2022-2023 school year is $17,000. There is a $125 technology fee.

% on Financial Aid

75%

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Diana Fogarty

Admissions Associate

Mrs. Helen Rechin '87

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWinter Track

School Notes

Saint Joseph Academy is the only Catholic, all-girls high school in the city of Cleveland.
It was founded in 1890 by the Sisters of the Congregation of St. Joseph and strives to foster unifying relationships with God and all creation.
Saint Joseph Academy is committed to Catholic values and academic excellence in grades 9 through 12.
We educate young women of diverse cultures, abilities and backgrounds, empowering them to be successful, compassionate leaders in the 21st global society.
All are welcome!

School Mascot: Jaguars

Saint Joseph Academy, rooted in the spirituality of the Congregation of St. Joseph,fosters unifying relationships with God and all creation,empowers each young woman to achieve academic excellence,and inspires a life of compassionate leadership and service in a global society.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph Academy cost?

St. Joseph Academy's tuition is approximately $17,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph Academy?

The acceptance rate of St. Joseph Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does St. Joseph Academy offer?

St. Joseph Academy offers 16 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. St. Joseph Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.

What is St. Joseph Academy's ranking?

St. Joseph Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Academy?

The application deadline for St. Joseph Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Joseph Academy located?

St. Joseph Academy is located in the Kamms Corners neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 5 other private schools located in Kamms Corners.

School Calendar

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Date

Fall Break/No Classes/Offices Open

October 15, 2026 (Thursday)

Thanksgiving Break/No Classes/Offices Closed

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

Spring Break

March 25, 2027 (Thursday)

Last Day of School/End of Semester 2

June 03, 2027 (Thursday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cleveland, OH is $8,225 for elementary schools and $12,277 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cleveland, OH is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).