Saint Joseph's High School is a college preparatory school dedicated to Catholic education and academic accomplishment in a supportive environment, which respects dignity of all individuals and fosters leadership, service, and life-long learning.
The Saint Joseph's High School staff recognizes the unique role of a Roman Catholic secondary school in helping individuals to live the Gospel message of Jesus Christ and therefore endorses the following beliefs: students develop the gift of faith through prayer, community worship, and service while growing in knowledge of the Catholic faith through religious instruction; Saint Joseph's fosters a climate that encourages decision-making with an informed conscience in light of the Gospel message; positive teacher and parent expectations for students lead to positive achievement and self-esteem; each student is gifted with unique abilities, needs, and interests, ready to be challenged to become a capable and independent thinker; and the school and staff are called to provide an environment of challenging curricular and co-curricular activities that encourages each student to achieve successful academic learning and growth.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Grade School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011, 2019
Student Body
Total Students
473 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Saint Joseph's High School is a college preparatory school dedicated to Catholic education and academic accomplishment in a supportive environment, which respects dignity of all individuals and fosters leadership, service, and life-long learning. The Saint Joseph's High School staff recognizes the unique role of a Roman Catholic secondary school in helping individuals to live the Gospel message of Jesus Christ and therefore endorses the following beliefs: students develop the gift of faith through prayer, community worship, and service while growing in knowledge of the Catholic faith through religious instruction; Saint Joseph's fosters a climate that encourages decision-making with an informed conscience in light of the Gospel message; positive teacher and parent expectations for students lead to positive achievement and self-esteem; each student is gifted with unique abilities, needs, and interests, ready to be challenged to become a capable and independent thinker; and the school and staff are called to provide an environment of challenging curricular and co-curricular activities that encourages each student to achieve successful academic learning and growth.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Grade School's ranking?
St. Joseph Grade School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Grade School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Grade School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Joseph Grade School located?
St. Joseph Grade School is located in the Northeast South Bend neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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