St. Joseph Catholic High School serves 91 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Cognia.
The student:teacher of St. Joseph Catholic High School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WV School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1924
Student Body
Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 9%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Art & Design, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Government, AP Human Geography, AP Physics, AP Spanish
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants and polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Participating Catholic Rate - $8,700
Non-Catholic Rate - $9,825
Admissions Director
Carol Templeton
Admissions Associate
Terri Reger
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Bible Study, Drama Club, Junior Honor Society, Kendama Club, Key Club, Mu Alpha Theta, National English Honor Society, National Honor Society, Pro-Life Ministry, Science National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Student Council, Students Against Destructive Decisions, VEX Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Band/Choir, Music Ministry
Bible Study, Drama Club, Junior Honor Society, Kendama Club, Key Club, Mu Alpha Theta, National English Honor Society, National Honor Society, Pro-Life Ministry, Science National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Student Council, Students Against Destructive Decisions, VEX Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Band/Choir, Music Ministry
School Notes
- St. Joseph Central Catholic High School (SJHS) is a private secondary school, grades 9 12, offering an advanced college preparatory curriculum. Located in the heart of downtown Huntington, West Virginia, SJHS is one of five high schools in the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston and is supported by the local Catholic parishes, family tuition, and third-source income. SJHS is dedicated to serving a diverse student population and, as such, provides an environment that nurtures the whole person by integrating faith and life. Consistent with our Catholic tradition, SJHS seeks to develop leaders who are rooted in Gospel values and committed to meeting the challenges of building a just society. Approximately 57% of the students are Catholic. Students attend from the Tri-State area (West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky) and from around the world.
- As a central Catholic high school, SJHS differs from the traditional parochial school model in that the school is not affiliated with one parish. Instead, it serves students from all parishes within our Tri-State area. We have two feeder middle schools in our Diocese Our Lady of Fatima Parish School and St. Joseph Catholic School.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Joseph Catholic High School offer?
St. Joseph Catholic High School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Joseph Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for most sports offered.
What is St. Joseph Catholic High School's ranking?
St. Joseph Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for: Highest percentage of students of color, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic High School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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