St. Joseph Catholic School serves 192 students in grades Nursery/Preschool-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Joseph Catholic School is 19:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,470
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
2020
Summer School Offered
Yes
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
192 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform for boys and girls
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
In parish and non parish rate scale;visit the school's website for specific rates
www.stjosephschoolelgin.org
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Catholic School cost?
St. Joseph Catholic School's tuition is approximately $2,470 for private students.
What sports does St. Joseph Catholic School offer?
St. Joseph Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Volleyball.
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).
In what neighborhood is St. Joseph Catholic School located?
St. Joseph Catholic School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Elgin, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Downtown.
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. John's Lutheran School (0.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
103 S Gifford St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 695-6609
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 695-6609
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 92 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
513 Parkside Cir
Streamwood, IL 60107
(630) 837-6500
Streamwood, IL 60107
(630) 837-6500
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 211 students Sports: 2
St. Patrick School
(Catholic)
787 Crane Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60175
(630) 338-8100
Saint Charles, IL 60175
(630) 338-8100
8.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 628 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
255 Flagstaff Lane
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 885-7702
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 885-7702
10 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 207 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
0s259 Church St
Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 668-2625
Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 668-2625
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