St. Joseph Elementary School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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St. Joseph Elementary School

520 E Northview Ave
Mcpherson, KS 67460

Tel: (620) 241-3913

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St. Joseph School association is to act as the official parish organization in the promotion of Parent-Teacher activities at the school.

It works to unite the parents and teachers of St.

Joseph School in coordinating the spiritual and educational forces of the Home, School, and Community in a program of Catholic Child training.

This is accomplished by offering, through planned programs, information of particular interest to parents; encouraging the maintenance of high standards of family and community; and creating a greater appreciation of Catholic Education.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked KS School
Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 116 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-6

Year Founded

1880

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

116 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 24%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

10 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

School Motto: Truth and Honor

Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked KS School
Grades: Kindergarten-6
Enrollment: 116 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Kansas is $9,780 for elementary schools and $13,475 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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