St. Joseph School association is to act as the official parish organization in the promotion of Parent-Teacher activities at the school.
It works to unite the parents and teachers of St.
Joseph School in coordinating the spiritual and educational forces of the Home, School, and Community in a program of Catholic Child training.
This is accomplished by offering, through planned programs, information of particular interest to parents; encouraging the maintenance of high standards of family and community; and creating a greater appreciation of Catholic Education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked KS School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Average class size: 10 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 Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1880
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
116 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas 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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Joseph Elementary School is Elyria Christian School (7.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Central Christian School (24.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Elyria Christian School
(Christian)
1644 Comanche Rd
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 242-4220
Mcpherson, KS 67460
(620) 242-4220
7.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 186 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1910 E 30th Ave
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620) 663-2174
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620) 663-2174
24.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 254 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Cross Catholic School
(Catholic)
2633 Independence Rd
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620) 665-6168
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620) 665-6168
25.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 249 students Avg. class size: 19 students Tuition listed
1400 E 17th Ave
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 662-5800
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 662-5800
25.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 240 students
Faith Community School Of Hutchinson
(Pentecostal)
1615 N Adams
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 259-6953
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 259-6953
26.6 miles
Gr: K-9 | 12 students
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