St. Joseph Elementary School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 248 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,165
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio 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 Elementary School
Pre-K	45
Kind	26
1	27
2	27
3	24
4	22
5	26
6	17
7	22
8	12

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Learning Differences Supported

Year Founded

1885

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

248 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 25%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

23:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

25 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Required School Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,165

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Tuition Notes

EdChoice and Parishioner Assistance offered

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Flag FootballFootball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Altar ServersChoir

Concert BandDrama Club

Club or Organization:

Cooking ClubLego Club

Various STEM Clubs

School Notes

St. Joseph Catholic school serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade, offering a full day Kindergarten program and preschool program for 3-year olds and 4-year olds.
St. Joseph Parish School is a STEM designated school in the Diocese of Cleveland. We serve students ages 3 and 4 in our preschool program, offering 2 day, 3 day, and 5 day options. We serve students in grades K-8 in a Catholic environment that is centered on Christ's values of love, truth, and service. We also offer an Extended Day program for both preschool and day school students.

St. Joseph Catholic school serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade, offering a full day Kindergarten program and preschool program for 3-year olds and 4-year olds. Our curriculum challenges and accommmodates students of diverse learning abilities and our faculty strives to cultivate the full academic potential of every student.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph Elementary School cost?

St. Joseph Elementary School's tuition is approximately $6,165 for private students.

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

The acceptance rate of St. Joseph Elementary School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does St. Joseph Elementary School offer?

St. Joseph Elementary School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Joseph Elementary School's ranking?

St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.

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

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

School Reviews

5 4/6/2019

I could not have imagined a better school for my child. Above the amazing academics and STEM designation, the small town family atmosphere and variety of extracurriculars- St. Joseph School truly cares. They go above and beyond and love your children like their own. Every year provides more and more reason why I`m so grateful to God for allowing us to have this beautiful gem of a school in our small corner of the world. I could never sing enough praises.

- Posted by Parent - Anita Kacher

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The average private school tuition in Lorain County, OH is $5,883 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Lorain County, OH is 95% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).