Since 1915 in a tradition of excellence, Saint Joseph High School has offered a college preparatory education grounded in the Gospel values of Jesus Christ and served the families in the Alle-Kiski Valley.
The school creates an environment that nurtures the whole person by encouraging spiritual growth, academic excellence, extracurricular participation, and service outreach.
Our mission is to graduate men and women who are committed to holiness, justice, integrity, and learning.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,750
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
121 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
25 students
Advanced Courses
Algebra II (weighted)Art History through La Roche College
Biology (weighted)Calculus through Univ of Pittsburgh
Catholic Social Justice through Carlow UnivCiviliation II through La Roche College
English 11 and 12 through La Roche CollegeFoundation of the Republic through La Roche College
French IV (weighted)Genetics (weighted)
Latin IV through Univ of PittsburghMacroeconomics through La Roche College
Physics II (weighted)Pre Calculus (weighted)
Psychology through St. Vincent CollegeSpanish IV (weighted)
Statistics through Univ of Pittsburgh
Average SAT score
1160
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Non-catholic tuition is $7050
% on Financial Aid
50%
Admissions Director
Katrina Greco
Admissions Associate
Christine Harmon
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Class OfficersCommunity Outreach
DramaForensics
Knights of Columbus Squire's CircleLanguage Club
Mock TrialNational History Day
PA Junior Academy of ScienceRobotics
STAFF LeadershipStudent Ambassadors
Student Ministry Council
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph High School cost?
St. Joseph High School's tuition is approximately $6,750 for private students.
What sports does St. Joseph High School offer?
St. Joseph High School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph High School's ranking?
St. Joseph High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph High School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 968-3179
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(412) 968-3179
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(724) 287-1188
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