St. Joseph Elementary School vs. St. Patrick School PK-12
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School Overview
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School History
Overview
St. Joseph School is part of a Catholic Parish Community, made up of individuals striving for the common goal to be "grounded in the values and truths of our Catholic faith".
We are concerned with modeling the values and principles of Jesus and instilling these in our children.
In partnership with parents, who are the primary educators, we believe that given the right conditions, all children can learn.
St. Joseph school, staff, parents, and parish family are committed to teaching quality, Christ-centered Catholic beliefs and values.
Our uniqueness is displayed in our staff dedication, parental involvement, and community pride which make St.
Joseph a leader in academic excellence, social integration and appreciation of each individual as a Child of God.
Our philosophy of education is based on the belief that all truth is from God, the divine Creator.
We are committed to teaching students that God's truth is the integrating factor for all of life.
Therefore, our educational curriculum encompasses religious and general academic studies.
St. Patrick School has been providing an enriching Catholic education for children in grades first through eight for for over 100 years and through grade twelve for over 60 years.
We are committed to providing a learning environment for all students to develop in mind, body and spirit.
At St. Patrick, students experience a challenging curriculum integrated with Catholic values that prepare them for a changing world.
Our curriculum meets Diocesan, State, and National Standards and is designed to prepare students for higher learning.
College preparatory classes, 1:1 chromebook program, access to the Ionia County Career Center courses, and a school to work program complement the core curriculum.
Students in all grades participate in daily prayer, twice weekly liturgies, retreats, and service projects help build their spirituality and character.
At St. Patrick, all students experience an optimum student to teacher ratio, which promotes a strong environment for learning.
At Portland St. Patrick we strive to make excellence our standard.
Grades Offered
K-8
NS-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Year Founded
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1906
Students Body
Total Students
128 students
388 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
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7%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
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56
Pre-K Students
-
30
Kindergarten Students
36
30
Grade 1 Students
11
22
Grade 2 Students
12
18
Grade 3 Students
9
23
Grade 4 Students
8
28
Grade 5 Students
13
18
Grade 6 Students
18
22
Grade 7 Students
10
23
Grade 8 Students
11
25
Grade 9 Students
-
24
Grade 10 Students
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23
Grade 11 Students
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20
Grade 12 Students
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26
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
20 teachers
Average Class Size
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23
Number of AP Classes
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4
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
19:1
Classroom Dress Code
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Formal
(School Uniforms Required)
(School Uniforms Required)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$4,400
Tuition Notes
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High school students pay an additional $600.00 and there is a 50 registration fee for all students
Acceptance Rate
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99%
Admissions Director
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Mr. Randy Hodge
Admissions Associate
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Cassey Lenneman
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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12
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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1
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Chess Club