St. Joseph Catholic School's mission is to engage our school community in creating a quality education within a Catholic environment which fosters the current and future development of the whole child.
St. Joseph Catholic School is an integral part of the parish life of St. Joseph Catholic Church.
The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1851
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2017
Student Body
Total Students
647 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$5,350 for 1 child (2025-2026)
School Notes
- School Motto: Lead. Learn. Love.
- St. Joseph Catholic School's mission is to engage our school community in creating a quality education within a Catholic environment which fosters the current and future development of the whole child. St. Joseph Catholic School is an integral part of the parish life of St. Joseph Catholic Church. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph School's ranking?
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered 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).
School Calendar
View the St. Joseph School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Clerical Day for Grade 8: NO SCHOOL for 8th gr.STUDENTS Last Day for Prek 3/4 (MWF)
May 27, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last day for Prek 3 (T-Thurs) Prek 4 (M-F)
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School: School Liturgy, 10:00 a.m.
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
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