At St Joseph Elementary School, we are a faith partner together with the parish, the clergy and the parents, charged with the formation and education of the whole child.
We form students spiritually by giving them opportunities to develop a mature faith as witnessed by regular worship, moral decision-making and service out-reach; students academically by assisting them in mastering basic skills, developing the ability to reason and providing a responsible environment that encourages creativity; and students socially by engaging them in experiences which foster self-direction, leadership and team-building skills, which are developed in the classroom, on the fields of competition and within the parish.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,488
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2009, 2017
Student Body
Total Students
436 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates vary for parishiones and non-parishioners as well as preschool vs. K-8 programs.
Admissions Director
Tracy Lombardo
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Chess Club, Choir, Drama Club, Fitness Club, Scouting
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports
Art Club, Chess Club, Choir, Drama Club, Fitness Club, Scouting
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports
School Notes
- At St Joseph Elementary School, we are a faith partner together with the parish, the clergy and the parents, charged with the formation and education of the whole child.
- We form students spiritually by giving them opportunities to develop a mature faith as witnessed by regular worship, moral decision-making and service out-reach; students academically by assisting them in mastering basic skills, developing the ability to reason and providing a responsible environment that encourages creativity; and students socially by engaging them in experiences which foster self-direction, leadership and team-building skills, which are developed in the classroom, on the fields of competition and within the parish.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Catholic School cost?
St. Joseph Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,488 for private students.
What sports does St. Joseph Catholic School offer?
St. Joseph Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph Catholic School's ranking?
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
Began Sept.1938.Graduated May,1946.Received the finest Grade School Education available. Still keep in touch with 2 of my classmates.
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