Saint Joseph Catholic Elementary School was established in 1954 and has served the St.
Joseph Parish family, the Diocese, and the community since that time.
St. Joseph's has been fully accredited since 1966. The heartbeat of our school is the privilege of living and sharing our faith each day with our students and community.
It beats within the hearts of our dedicated, experienced, and loving staff, who are committed to nurturing the potential in every child.
The mission of St. Joseph Catholic School is to form each student in a spirit of faith and academic excellence according to Roman Catholic principles.
Our school, in partnership with parents, embraces every child, educates with love and empowers every student to develop to his or her fullest potential. Vision: Building His Kingdom one child at a time.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
96 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki & polos, mass uniform on Thursday
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition Assistance available, most families qualify
% on Financial Aid
75%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$150,000
Admissions Director
Amanda Almanza
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Morning MileageSeveral after school clubs
School Notes
- School Motto: Embrace Educate Empower
- As a Catholic school, Saint Joseph seeks to enhance in its students, staff and parents an experience of the love of God made real by Jesus Christ today.
- To achieve this, the Saint Joseph community continually strives through prayer, sacraments, and ministry, for an appreciation of the word of God, an expression of love in living community, and service to the larger community.
- Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Joseph, patron of the school, are models for the Saint Joseph community to pursue these challenging objectives.
- As an institution of learning, Saint Joseph Catholic School addresses and challenges the intellectual, moral, physical, social, and spiritual growth of students.
- Saint Joseph fosters in students an appreciation of their self worth, respect for others, and a sensitivity to the challenges and promise of the future.
- Saint Joseph Catholic School extended community is to provide a family oriented Christian environment of academic excellence where each child has the opportunity To mature in faith through spiritual guidance to develop intellectually emotionally and physically in order to prepare for service to others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School cost?
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students.
What schools are St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School often compared to?
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Marys Cathedral School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School's ranking?
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic Elementary & Montessotir School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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