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St. Joseph Elementary School

520 E Northview Ave
Mcpherson, KS 67460
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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1880
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
116 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph Elementary School Student 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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is St. Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Kansas is $9,763 for elementary schools and $13,441 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kansas is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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