St. Joseph Catholic School
Tel:
(651) 423-1658
St. Joseph School achieves academic excellence through a challenging curriculum.
We prepare our youth to be leaders in their community working for the common good while embracing the rich traditions of the Catholic Church.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 240 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,607
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | https://school.stjosephcommunity.org/academics/meeting-individual-needs/ |
| Year Founded | 1953 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | Summer PreK program only (ages 3-preKindergarten) |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 240 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 6% State avg.: 18% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 20:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 22 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Preschool-8th grade students wear uniforms. PreK-5 wear blue pants, grades 6-8 wear khaki or blue pants. All students must wear polo shirts with school logo. Girls in PreK-4 wear plaid jumpers, girls in 5-8th grade wear plaid skirts.) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,607 |
| Tuition Notes | We offer multi-child discounts for 3+children. All families are encouraged to apply for financial aid. |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Admissions Associate | C. Meaden |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 5 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, SoftballBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 11 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: J A Biz Town, Math Masters, Quiz Bowl, School Mass Choir, Spelling Bee, Student Leaders and Service Projects Arts and Music Programs: Christmas Program, Geography Bee, Hand Chime Choir, Middle School Band, Spring Musical |
School Notes
Why choose St. Joseph School?
- Dedicated teachers and staff
- Focus on social justice and service learning
- Integrated Catholic teachings
- 21st Century Learning - collaboration, creativity, communication, critical thinking and compassion
- Multi-Age family circles and student leadership opportunities
- Connected and involved volunteers
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