St. Joseph Elementary School's mission is to help children become committed Christians by giving them the opportunities to develop leadership skills, initiative, creativity and self-discipline in conjunction with academic excellence.
Develop a positive self-esteem and grow in confidence, learn the gospel truths daily and students are shown how these may be applied to their daily living in their relationships to one another in the home, community, and the world at large.
Learn to appreciate the diversity of God's creation as they prepare to spread the gospel message to all people through their words and actions.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,975
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Divine Providence Academy St. Joesph ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
All learning differences
Year Founded
1865
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Blue bottoms with white or blue polo shirts
Blue bottoms with white or blue polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Non Parishioners- $4,975
Parishioner- $3,975
Discount given for siblings
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Divine Providence Academy St. Joesph cost?
Divine Providence Academy St. Joesph's tuition is approximately $4,975 for private students.
What is Divine Providence Academy St. Joesph's ranking?
Divine Providence Academy St. Joesph ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Divine Providence Academy St. Joesph?
The application deadline for Divine Providence Academy St. Joesph is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Divine Providence Academy St. Joesph is Covenant Christian High School (9.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Trinity Lutheran School (1.8 miles away)
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(616) 784-0696
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(616) 784-0696
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177
Walker KinderCare
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(616) 719-2167
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7.9
NS-PK
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(616) 677-1757
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(616) 677-1757
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(616) 453-8229
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
(616) 453-8229
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