The Goddard School vs. St. Joseph School-Fullerton
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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St. Joseph School-Fullerton ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School History
Overview
The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to six years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life.
Talented teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners.
The Goddard School's AdvancED and Middle States-accredited F.L.EX. Learning Program reaches more than 45,000 students in 430+ Goddard Schools in 35 states.
The Goddard School's comprehensive play-based curriculum, developed with early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success.
To learn more about The Goddard School, please visit www.goddardschool.com. Learning for fun. Learning for life.
Founded in the 1850's, St. Joseph School educates children Pre-K4 through 8th grade in the Catholic tradition.
Our mission is to provide a positive learning environment in which every child is challenged to develop his/her potential: academically, spiritually, and morally.
St. Joseph School - Fullerton was named a 2016 Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
Students at St. Joseph School - Fullerton excel in a challenging environment, consistently scoring above average on both Archdiocesan and National standardized tests.
St. Joseph School - Fullerton incorporates the Course of Study developed and approved by the Division of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, the National Standards for Education, and the Maryland State Department of Education.
St. Joseph School - Fullerton has been named a Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun for six consecutive years in a row!
Grades Offered
NS-K
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
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Yes, selected in 2016
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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No
Year Founded
2008
1877
Students Body
Total Students
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562 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
10%
Students by Grade
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Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
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40
Kindergarten Students
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54
Grade 1 Students
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60
Grade 2 Students
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55
Grade 3 Students
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57
Grade 4 Students
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60
Grade 5 Students
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60
Grade 6 Students
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60
Grade 7 Students
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59
Grade 8 Students
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57
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
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43 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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97%
Average Class Size
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30
Teacher : Student Ratio
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1:13
Classroom Dress Code
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Formal
(School Uniform)
(School Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Dec. 16 / rolling
Tuition Cost
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$8,093
Tuition Notes
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New Students in Grades PreK through 8th grade = $6,788 for Active Participating Catholic Tuition;
Grades PreK through 8th grade = $8,093 for Not Active Participating Catholic Tuition
% on Financial Aid
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15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$500
Acceptance Rate
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82%
Admissions Director
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Angie Corno
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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7
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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13
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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Advanced Band, Beginner Band, Board Games Club, Book Club, Chess Club, Crochet Club, Drama Club, Ministry, Morning Announcers, National Junior Honor Society, Safety Patrol, School Choir, Student Activities Committee