St. Joseph School in Knoxville, TN, serves 238 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a midsize city setting.
Founded in 1963, this Catholic elementary and middle school is located in the Fountain City neighborhood.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 18 total teachers, reflecting its enrollment size.
Joseph School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and received a Blue Ribbon recognition in 2010.
The udent population includes approximately 29% students of color, representing diversity within its Knoxville community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1963
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2010
Student Body
Total Students
238 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$840,000 in Tuition Support Offered this School Year
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Holiness as a Way of Life
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).
In what neighborhood is St. Joseph School located?
St. Joseph School is located in the Fountain City neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 2 other private schools located in Fountain City.
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