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St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School

275 W North Street
Manhattan, IL 60442
At St. Joseph Catholic School children receive instruction in the usual academic areas, as well as religion, vocal music, art, physical education, band technology and tutoring services for children with special needs.
Instruction in their Catholic faith is a daily activity, and students plan and attend weekly Mass.
They also have the opportunity during the school year to pray the Rosary, the Stations of the Cross and to participate in Benediction.
Instruction is available for grades 1st through 8th as well as half-day programs for kindergarten, 4-year-olds and 3-year-olds.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 169 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,726
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2024

Student Body

Total Students
169 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is subsidized by the parish. Parishioners pay a reduced rate because of this. Parents pay 50% of operating costs, Fundraise 25% and 25% is a gift from the parish. Please call the office for the most up-to-date tuition rates.
Admissions Director
Eileen Ramsay
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Striving to be Saints, Scholars, & Servants.
  • At St. Joseph Catholic School children receive instruction in the usual academic areas, as well as religion, vocal music, art, physical education, band technology and tutoring services for children with special needs. Instruction in their Catholic faith is a daily activity, and students plan and attend weekly Mass. They also have the opportunity during the school year to pray the Rosary, the Stations of the Cross and to participate in Benediction. Instruction is available for grades 1st through 8th as well as half-day programs for kindergarten, 4-year-olds and 3-year-olds.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School cost?
St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School's tuition is approximately $3,726 for private students.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 169 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,726
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Will County, IL is $7,091 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Will County, IL is 99% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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