Founded in 1869, St. Joseph School is a co-educational school providing small class size to the students.
In a nurturing Catholic community that fosters a safe, disciplined, loving environment, St.
Joseph School continues to enhance the total development of the spiritual, academic, moral and physical well-being of our students, preparing them to reach their full potential as exemplary contributors to society, characterized by their love of God, self, fellow human beings and creation.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
312 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniformed dress code
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
School Notes
- Founded in 1869, St. Joseph School is a co-educational school providing small class size to the students. In a nurturing Catholic community that fosters a safe, disciplined, loving environment, St. Joseph School continues to enhance the total development of the spiritual, academic, moral and physical well-being of our students, preparing them to reach their full potential as exemplary contributors to society, characterized by their love of God, self, fellow human beings and creation.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Joseph School offer?
St. Joseph School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball.
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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and preschool to St. Joseph School is Haili Christian School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Mauna Loa School (0.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Mauna Loa School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
172 Kapiolani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-1545
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-1545
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 50 students
Haili Christian School
(Christian)
190 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 190 students
Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp
(Church of Christ)
162 Baker Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 982-6885
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 982-6885
2.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 340 students Acceptance rate listed
Hale Aloha Nazarene School
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
595 Kupulau Road
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 959-4949
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 959-4949
2.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 33 students
16-675 Milo St
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 966-8445
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 966-8445
6.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
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