St. Joseph Continuation School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 223 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,786
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Joseph Continuation School
Pre-K	42
Kind	20
1	18
2	23
3	21
4	19
5	19
6	27
7	19
8	15

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Reading Specialist, Non-Public Accommodation Plans

Year Founded

1947

Colors

White, Red

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

223 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 19%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

22:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

red & white shirts, black pants

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,786

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Tuition Notes

tuition break for more then one student

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,485

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Lori Waling

Admissions Associate

Lea Charron

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

SoftballVolleyball

School Notes

The primary purpose of the existence of St. Joseph Catholic School is to help facilitate the parents in providing a Christian faith-community for their children.
The school strives to maintain academic excellence in all areas while it upholds an atmosphere centered in the person of Christ and His teachings.
The administrator and faculty of St. Joseph Parish School believe that each child is a unique individual who learns most effectively through the integration of the intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social and physical aspects of development.
Through the combined efforts of the Church, the school and the home, each child will have the opportunity to be prepared for future challenges.
This preparation will lead to personal success and fulfillment as a mature Christian, aware of basic principles and prepared to accept adult responsibility.
St. Joseph's staff is dedicated to educating the whole child: emotional, cognitive, social, creative, physical and spiritual.

School Motto: Education in Faith... Faith in Education
School Mascot: Cardinal

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph Continuation School cost?

St. Joseph Continuation School's tuition is approximately $4,786 for private students.

What schools are St. Joseph Continuation School often compared to?

St. Joseph Continuation School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Pius School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph Continuation School?

The acceptance rate of St. Joseph Continuation School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. St. Joseph Continuation School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.

What sports does St. Joseph Continuation School offer?

St. Joseph Continuation School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Softball and Volleyball.

What is St. Joseph Continuation School's ranking?

St. Joseph Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Continuation School?

The application deadline for St. Joseph Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Joseph Continuation School located?

St. Joseph Continuation School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Trenton, MI.

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The average private school tuition in Wayne County, MI is $9,154 for elementary schools and $13,517 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Wayne County, MI is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).