St. Joseph Academy (Closed 2019)

St. Joseph Academy in Joliet, IL, is a Catholic co–educational Montessori school serving grades PK through 8 in a suburban community.
The school has an enrollment of 18 udents and a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 4 teachers.
Approximately 75% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the school.
Tuition information is not provided, though the average private elementary school tuition in Will County is $7,091.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1

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

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