St. Joseph School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 328 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,392
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Joseph School
Kind	37
1	35
2	36
3	39
4	40
5	40
6	34
7	33
8	34

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Year Founded

1943

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Student Body

Total Students

328 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

80%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

27:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,392

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

St. Joseph School believes that all people are created in the image and likeness of God and possess unique gifts and talents.
We nurture these gifts in a Christ-centered, disciplined, loving, secure environment and help students reach their potential.
St. Joseph School of Upland shares in the mission of the Catholic Church to teach as Jesus did and to spread the Good News.
Faith, morals, and values are taught on a daily basis and reinforced through the principles of service, community, and worship.
Through a carefully planned, holistic curriculum, we strive to foster a lifelong commitment to academic excellence, compassionate global awareness and an appreciation of diverse cultures and abilities.
Working together with the parents, the faculty, and staff to help students grow mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and socially.

School Motto: Light of kindness, Inspiration, God’s love, Hope, The Catholic Church, living in faith.

St. Joseph School believes that all people are created in the image and likeness of God and possess unique gifts and talents. We nurture these gifts in a Christ-centered, disciplined, loving, secure environment and help students reach their potential. St. Joseph School of Upland shares in the mission of the Catholic Church to teach as Jesus did and to spread the Good News. Faith, morals, and values are taught on a daily basis and reinforced through the principles of service, community, and worship. Through a carefully planned, holistic curriculum, we strive to foster a lifelong commitment to academic excellence, compassionate global awareness and an appreciation of diverse cultures and abilities. Working together with the parents, the faculty, and staff to help students grow mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and socially.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Catherine Knaul - Law Student -
- Ross Rodriguez - Business Owner and Community Leader -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph School cost?

St. Joseph School's tuition is approximately $4,392 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from St. Joseph School?

St. Joseph School famous alumni include: Catherine Knaul - Law Student and Ross Rodriguez - Business Owner and Community Leader.

What is St. Joseph School's ranking?

St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California 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 San Bernardino County, CA is $13,723 for elementary schools and $14,717 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Bernardino County, CA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).