St. Joseph/Marquette Catholic School wants to build community and educate the total child (spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially) in values consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Education at St. Joseph/Marquette Catholic School and the Mother Joseph Center is an endeavor which involves the students, parents, teachers and priests in the development of each child.
Emphasis is placed upon a strong academic program. Each child will be recognized and encouraged in keeping with his/her own personal talents and abilities with opportunities available for special programs and tutoring.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,717
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1875
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
317 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: It is the Mission of Saint Joseph Marquette Catholic School to build a vibrant Catholic community and educate the total child in values consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
- St. Joseph/Marquette Catholic School wants to build community and educate the total child (spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially) in values consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
- Education at St. Joseph/Marquette Catholic School and the Mother Joseph Center is an endeavor which involves the students, parents, teachers and priests in the development of each child.
- Emphasis is placed upon a strong academic program.
- Each child will be recognized and encouraged in keeping with his/her own personal talents and abilities with opportunities available for special programs and tutoring.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School cost?
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School's tuition is approximately $7,717 for private students.
What schools are St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School often compared to?
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Christ The Teacher Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School offer?
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School's ranking?
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School vs. Christ The Teacher Catholic School
The nearest high school to St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School is Riverside Christian School (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Christ The Teacher Catholic School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Grace Lutheran School (1.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Christ The Teacher Catholic School
(Catholic)
1214 West Chestnut Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 575-5604
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 575-5604
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 207 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4
St. John of Kronstadt Orthodox School
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
706 West Stewart Street
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 452-0177
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 452-0177
1.4 miles
Gr: K-7 | 29 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Grace Lutheran School ![Grace Lutheran School Photo]( "Grace Lutheran School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1207 S 7th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 457-6611
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 457-6611
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 9 students
721 Keys Road
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 965-2602
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 965-2602
2.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 423 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Montessori School Of Yakima
Montessori School
511 N 44th Ave
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-0680
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-0680
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 119 students Avg. class size: 19 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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