St. Joseph School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 330 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,850
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Joseph School
Nursery	27
Pre-K	40
Kind	42
1	33
2	42
3	25
4	33
5	25
6	19
7	23
8	21

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1866

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

330 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

24 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,850

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% on Financial Aid

50%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,500

Admissions Director

Theresa Smith

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Building ClubCooking Club

ForensicsNational History Club

Rosary ClubYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubBand

Choir

School Notes

Saint Joseph School mission is to nurture the spiritual and academic growth of our students by challenging them to embrace the Gospel message, to achieve full academic potential, and, as Catholic Christian citizens, to make a difference in our school, our community, and our world.
The faculty of Saint Joseph School views each student as a unique individual created and redeemed by God with the potential for becoming a more responsible Christian who, by witnessing the values of our faith, will promote peace and justice in today's society.
The philosophy of Catholic Education formulated by the Diocese of Harrisburg is the base upon which our own school philosophy rests.

School Motto: Excellence in Education, Grounded in Faith
School Mascot: Shamrocks

Saint Joseph School's mission is to nurture the spiritual and academic growth of our students by challenging them to embrace the Gospel message, to achieve full academic potential, and, as Catholic Christian citizens, to make a difference in our school, our community, and our world. The faculty of Saint Joseph School views each student as a unique individual created and redeemed by God with the potential for becoming a more responsible Christian who, by witnessing the values of our faith, will promote peace and justice in today's society. The philosophy of Catholic Education formulated by the Diocese of Harrisburg is the base upon which our own school philosophy rests.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph School cost?

St. Joseph School's tuition is approximately $3,850 for private students.

What schools are St. Joseph School often compared to?

St. Joseph School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Teresa Of Calcutta Catholic School (Conewago Campus), Hope Christian School Of Hanover by visitors of our site.

What sports does St. Joseph School offer?

St. Joseph School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Joseph School's ranking?

St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

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).

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The average private school tuition in York County, PA is $5,099 for elementary schools and $4,555 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in York County, PA is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).