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St. Joseph School

700 18th Ave E Seattle, WA 98112

Tel: (206) 329-3260 Ext. 243

www.stjosephsea.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 655 students
Yearly Tuition: $20,000
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 655 students
Yearly Tuition: $20,000
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Joseph School
Nursery	40
Pre-K	18
Kind	58
1	58
2	59
3	58
4	71
5	71
6	79
7	67
8	76

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Year Founded

1907

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Student Body

Total Students

655 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

35%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

56 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniform

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,000

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Tuition Notes

Infant Program: $3450 per month (year-round program) Toddler Program: $2950 per month (year-round program) Preschool Program: $2600 per month (academic-year program) Pre-K Program: $2600 per month (academic-year program) Primary School (Grades K-4): $20,276 Middle School (Grades 5-8): $21,264

% on Financial Aid

15%

Admissions Director

Kesslie Hollingshead

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Mascot

Jaguar

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

FrenchLego

Newspaper Club (Grades 5-8)Speech

STEAM

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtDrama

School Notes

St. Joseph School is a Catholic, Jesuit school serving students in kindergarten through 8th grade, located on Capitol Hill in the heart of Seattle.
NEW in 2025: Early Learning Center serving students 1 year old to 5 years old. ELC located on our north campus in Roanoke Park.
Founded in 1907 on the traditions of the Jesuits and the Holy Names Sisters, the school is dedicated to the education and development of young people of all backgrounds.
One of the largest non-public schools in the Pacific Northwest, St. Joseph School offers small classes and differentiated instruction.
Before- and after-school care is available.
Our mission is to create a faith-centered community that educates and inpires students to reach their God-given potential.

St. Joseph School is a Catholic, Jesuit school serving students 1 yearold through 8th grade. Founded in 1907 on the traditions of the Jesuits and the Holy Names Sisters, the school is dedicated to the education and development of young people of all backgrounds. One of the largest non-public schools in the Pacific Northwest, St. Joseph School offers small classes and differentiated instruction. Before- and after-school care is available. Our mission is to create a faith-centered community that educates and inpires students to reach their God-given potential.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph School cost?

St. Joseph School's tuition is approximately $20,000 for private students.

What sports does St. Joseph School offer?

St. Joseph School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Joseph School's ranking?

St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Joseph School?

The application deadline for St. Joseph School is Feb. 1.

In what neighborhood is St. Joseph School located?

St. Joseph School is located in the Stevens neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other private schools located in Stevens.

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The average private school tuition in Seattle, WA is $22,298 for elementary schools and $24,673 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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