Our Mission Statement: St. Joseph Catholic School, open to all, strives for acdemic excellence, rooted in the teachings of Christ through cooperative and independent learning, enriched by worship and service opportunities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,200
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Differences
Year Founded
1868
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khakis/dress shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
All students receive income based scholarships through the EdChoice program.
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,200
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Associate
Andrea Burton, secretary
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- St. Joseph Catholic School has a great teacher-pupil ratio, follows the State of Ohio educational learning standards and the Diocese of Toledo curriculum. We offer a variety of sports opportunities, an active participation in religious practices, weekly Mass, music, physical education, technology and art.
- St. Joseph Catholic School is a State of Ohio Ed Choice and Jon Peterson Scholarship provider.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Catholic School cost?
St. Joseph Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of St. Joseph Catholic School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does St. Joseph Catholic School offer?
St. Joseph Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph Catholic School's ranking?
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Oldest founding date.
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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Joseph Catholic School is Center For Autism / Dyslexia - Bucyrus (11.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Joseph Catholic School (4.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Joseph Catholic School
(Catholic)
138 N Liberty St
Galion, OH 44833
(419) 468-5436
Galion, OH 44833
(419) 468-5436
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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Alternative School
855 Millsboro Road
Mansfield, OH 44903
(419) 756-8880
Mansfield, OH 44903
(419) 756-8880
7.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 141 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
26 West St
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-2626
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 342-2626
7.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 71 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
5754 State Route 61 S
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 683-1697
Shelby, OH 44875
(419) 683-1697
9.6 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 98 students
1040 W Cook Rd
Mansfield, OH 44906
(419) 756-9947
Mansfield, OH 44906
(419) 756-9947
10.7 miles
Gr: K-8 Tuition listed
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