St. Joseph Elementary School's mission is to help children become committed Christians by giving them the opportunities to develop leadership skills, initiative, creativity and self-discipline in conjunction with academic excellence.
Develop a positive self-esteem and grow in confidence, learn the gospel truths daily and students are shown how these may be applied to their daily living in their relationships to one another in the home, community, and the world at large.
Learn to appreciate the diversity of God's creation as they prepare to spread the gospel message to all people through their words and actions.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,975
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
All learning differences
Year Founded
1865
Student Body
Total Students
126 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Blue bottoms with white or blue polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Non Parishioners- $4,975
Parishioner- $3,975
Discount given for siblings
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph cost?
Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph's tuition is approximately $4,975 for private students.
What schools are Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph often compared to?
Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph is often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph's ranking?
Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph?
The application deadline for Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph vs. St. Michael Elementary School
The nearest high school to Divine Providence Academy At St. Joseph is Covenant Christian High School (9.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Trinity Lutheran School (1.8 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Trinity Lutheran School![Trinity Lutheran School Photo - Field trip to the Capitol]( "Trinity Lutheran School Photo - Field trip to the Capitol")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1401 Harding Street
Conklin, MI 49403
(616) 899-2152
Conklin, MI 49403
(616) 899-2152
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 47 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School
(Catholic)
1304 Alpine Church Rd Nw
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 784-0696
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 784-0696
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 134 students Tuition listed
Walker KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
2065 3 Mile Rd NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 719-2167
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 719-2167
7.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
5260 Leonard St
Coopersville, MI 49404
(616) 677-1757
Coopersville, MI 49404
(616) 677-1757
8.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School![St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School Photo]( "St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
2510 Richmond St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 453-8229
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 453-8229
8.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 272 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
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