Our mission is to serve our community in forming young girls and boys mindful of their ability to shape their future, dedicated to giving the very best of themselves, and capable of rising to the diverse challenges in our ever-changing world.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,400
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1946
School Calendar
Campus Size
14 acres
Student Body
Total Students
181 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
19 students
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Algebra IGeometry
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
All students wear a uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates are set yearly by the Board of Directors, and are below the actual cost to educate thanks to family participation in school fundraisers and returns on our endowments.
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jeny Askeland
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Boy Scouts and Girl ScoutsChess Club
Extended Care ProgramHiking Club
Knights of ColumbusStudent Council Association
Youth Groups
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassesClass Grade-level Musicals
Music ClassPottery
Schoolwide Annual Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading
School Notes
- School Motto: Serviam
- School Mascot: Crusader
- St.Joseph School (K-8) serves students from diverse backgrounds and from broad geographic areas. The school has been an established part of the Redding community since 1946, when the Sisters of Mercy held the first classes in the church basement on Court Street. At the time, enrollment was only 35 students. By 1953, a new school was completed on Gold Street and a year later the first commencement exercise for St. Joseph School was held. We recently completed a five year total campus renovation and expansion of the campus adding 5,000 squarre feet of additional classrooms from an art studio to additiaonl science labs to an Atrium for our Catechesis of the Good Sheppard program. St. Joseph is an outstanding educational community due to the dreams, hard work, support and cooperation of countless stakeholders for decades. Thousands of children have benefited from this dedication. As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we rededicate ourselves in service to our community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph School cost?
St. Joseph School's tuition is approximately $3,400 for private students.
What schools are St. Joseph School often compared to?
St. Joseph School is often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph School?
The acceptance rate of St. Joseph School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does St. Joseph School offer?
St. Joseph School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph School's ranking?
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Most extracurriculars 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).
In what neighborhood is St. Joseph School located?
St. Joseph School is located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Redding, CA.
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