St. Joseph School in Fitchburg, MA enrolls 142 udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a central city setting.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 11 teachers serving a co–educational Catholic elementary and middle school program.
Joseph School is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association, reflecting its religious orientation.
Approximately 7% of the udent body represents diverse racial backgrounds.
The school is one of several Catholic and private elementary options located within a few miles of Fitchburg.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
142 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to St. Joseph School is Applewild School (1.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
120 Prospect St
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-6053
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-6053
1.2 miles
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Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-3212
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-3212
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254 Summer Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-1948
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-1948
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Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 342-9270
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 342-9270
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194 Arlington Street
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-5163
Leominster, MA 01453
(978) 534-5163
4 miles
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