St. Joseph Catholic School serves 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA), the State or regional independent school association and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of St. Joseph Catholic School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked AR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2020
Campus Size
8
Student Body
Total Students
327 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: I will try my best every day to learn, to love others, and to act like Jesus.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Catholic School's ranking?
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas 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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