St. Joseph Parish School in Grafton, WI, serves 141 udents from pre–kindergarten through grade 8 in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1922, this Catholic co–educational school offers a regular elementary and secondary program with a udent–teacher ratio of 14:1.
The school's annual tuition is $4,725, providing an option for families seeking Catholic education in the Grafton area.
Approximately 23% of the udent body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Joseph Parish School follows a casual dress code and is one of several PK–8 private schools located within a few miles of Grafton.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,725
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 9, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
141 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
(K3-8th grade)
Rates vary for K3 and half-day K4.
Financial Assistance available
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Boy ScoutsChess Club
Girl ScoutsStem Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band/PianoChoir
Musical Theater
School Notes
- School Motto: Teaching, Learning, Leading, and Serving as the Hands of Christ
- School Mascot: Lancers
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Parish School cost?
St. Joseph Parish School's tuition is approximately $4,725 for private students.
What sports does St. Joseph Parish School offer?
St. Joseph Parish School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Joseph Parish School is Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School (9.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Joseph's Parish School (0.0 miles away)
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1619 Washington St.
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 375-6505
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 375-6505
- miles
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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