St. Joseph Catholic School

St. Joseph Catholic School's curriculum is based on academic excellence, taking into consideration moral, emotional, mental, physical and social development.
Students are taught the knowledge, skills and values to become self-disciplined, responsible, and service-centered Christians.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 473 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
473 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
45%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BandE-team
Early Act (Jr. Rotary Club)Geo-Bee
NJHSStudent Service Council

School Notes

  • St. Jospeh Catholic School--Where Believing is Achieving
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Joseph Catholic School offer?
St. Joseph Catholic School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph Catholic School's ranking?
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 473 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Polk County, FL is $14,440 for elementary schools and $14,275 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Polk County, FL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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