St. Joseph The Worker School

1858 Applewood Drive Orefield, PA 18069
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 364 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,284
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 364 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,284
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
364 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please visit our website for up to date tuition costs and tuition assistance information.
Admissions Director
Emily Maddock
Admissions Associate
Theresa Heintzelman
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Bowl TeamKangaroo Math
PJASReading Olympics


Arts and Music Programs:
Art CompetitionsLiturgical Choir
Musical Theatre Production

School Notes

  • St. Joseph the Worker is a positive, safe and inclusive school providing a rigorous education built on the teachings of Jesus Christ.
  • We strive to instill in our students strong Catholic values and guide them in developing the necessary academic, critical thinking, and social skills needed in an ever-changing and diverse world.
  • Offers Preschool, Pre-K, and Junior Kindergarten each with enrichment options in addition to our K-8 classes. Extended care for students is also offered.
  • School Mascot: Blue Knight
  • St. Joseph the Worker School provides a quality Catholic education for all children in early education through eighth grade. Our school is focused on the teachings of the Gospel while pursuing academic excellence. We are a positive, supportive, and welcoming community that strives to develop every child's faith formation, academics, values, and service to others. We work to establish a strong Catholic identity while developing the academic skills necessary to meet the demands of an ever-changing and diverse world.St. Joseph the Worker is a positive, safe and inclusive school providing a rigorous educationbuilt on the teachings of Jesus Christ. We strive to instill in our studentsstrong Catholic valuesand guide them in developing the necessary academic, critical thinking, and social skills needed in an ever-changing and diverse world.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph The Worker School cost?
St. Joseph The Worker School's tuition is approximately $6,284 for private students.
What schools are St. Joseph The Worker School often compared to?
St. Joseph The Worker School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Elizabeth Regional School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Joseph The Worker School offer?
St. Joseph The Worker School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph The Worker School's ranking?
St. Joseph The Worker School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph The Worker School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph The Worker School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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