St. Joseph Elementary School

Celebrating 125 years of Catholic primary education in Moorhead, St.
Joseph's Catholic School is a Parish school of St. Joseph's and St. Francis de Sales.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 248 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $200
  • 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 Minnesota for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1880
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
248 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
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 $200 for private students.
What schools are St. Joseph Elementary School often compared to?
St. Joseph Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like Park Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 248 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $200
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $9,010 for elementary schools and $15,055 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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