St. Joseph Elementary School serves 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of St. Joseph Elementary School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,600
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1917
School Motto
'Believe Achieve Succeed!'
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition for non-parish families.
Tithing for participating parish families.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Andrew Walker - Valedictorian 2007 -
- Emma Waack - Valedictorian 2018 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Elementary School cost?
St. Joseph Elementary School's tuition is approximately $3,600 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Joseph Elementary School?
St. Joseph Elementary School famous alumni include: Andrew Walker - Valedictorian 2007 and Emma Waack - Valedictorian 2018.
What sports does St. Joseph Elementary School offer?
St. Joseph Elementary School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Least expensive tuition 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).
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