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St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School (Closed 2006)

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St. Joseph of the Palisades High School is a parished owned Roman Catholic co-educational school whose mission is to prepare each and every student for future leadership roles in their communities, in business, the arts, the sciences and in their church.

Each student shall be encouraged to assume a mature and active role in the world.

This will be accomplished by the active engagement of students, faculty, school administrators and parents working cooperatively within a traditional and personalized environment.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1931

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

256 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

91%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

11 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

7 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,000

View national tuition avg.

Acceptance Rate

88%

National avg.: 82%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School cost?

St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School?

The acceptance rate of St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School is 88%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.

What sports does St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School offer?

St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Dance, Diving, Football, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Weightlifting.

When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School?

The application deadline for St. Joseph Of The Palisades High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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