St. Joseph's School is staffed with competent and certified lay teachers and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
Class size is limited and a diversity of teaching/learning methods are employed to meet the individual learning needs of students.
The administration and staff endeavor to provide a spiritual and respectful learning environment as well as the most current textbooks for the education of our students.
St. Joseph's is proud of it success in all areas related to our mission, but takes special pride in how we measure against our peers, when comparing the statewide WASL scores.
The School Advisory Commission is made up of eight to twelve members, nominated by the Commission from a nomination slate of parish and school persons.
The appointments are made after a discernment process by the Commission members, the Pastor, and the principal focusing on the specialized needs and issues addressed by the Commission.
The School Advisory Commission ordinarily meets monthly. The dates are published in the school calendar.
The mission of the St. Joseph's PTO is to support the school and its families through fundraising, community building, and assisting in classroom needs.
To do this the PTO acts as a conduit between the school and the families of St. Joseph's.
The Parent Teacher Organization ordinarily meets twice monthly on the second and fourth Mondays of the month. The dates are published in the school calendar.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph's Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
School Motto
faith-filled community where each child is challenged to excel and grow in mind, body, and spirit as an image of God in our world.
Student Body
Total Students
298 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
listed on web site
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Science Olympiad
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Orchestra
Science Olympiad
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Orchestra
School Notes
- St. Joseph's School is staffed with competent and certified lay teachers and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. Class size is limited and a diversity of teaching/learning methods are employed to meet the individual learning needs of students. The administration and staff endeavor to provide a spiritual and respectful learning environment as well as the most current textbooks for the education of our students. St. Joseph's is proud of it success in all areas related to our mission, but takes special pride in how we measure against our peers, when comparing the statewide WASL scores. The School Advisory Commission is made up of eight to twelve members, nominated by the Commission from a nomination slate of parish and school persons. The appointments are made after a discernment process by the Commission members, the Pastor, and the principal focusing on the specialized needs and issues addressed by the Commission. The School Advisory Commission ordinarily meets monthly. The dates are published in the school calendar. The mission of the St. Joseph's PTO is to support the school and its families through fundraising, community building, and assisting in classroom needs. To do this the PTO acts as a conduit between the school and the families of St. Joseph's. The Parent Teacher Organization ordinarily meets twice monthly on the second and fourth Mondays of the month. The dates are published in the school calendar.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Joseph's Catholic School offer?
St. Joseph's Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf, Soccer and Softball.
What is St. Joseph's Catholic School's ranking?
St. Joseph's Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph's Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph's Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 1/31/2025
It was fun and really calm but could use more excitement I really love the school I want there and now so do my kidsI like Perry Kelly as the principal and was sad when he left :(
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