St. Joseph Elementary School in Atkinson, NE, serves 78 co鈥揺d udents from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a rural community setting.
The school has a udent鈥搕eacher ratio of 16:1 with a teaching staff of 5 educators supporting its elementary and middle school programs.
As a Catholic鈥揳ffiliated elementary school,. Joseph offers faith鈥揵ased education aligned with its religious orientation.
Enrollment includes 56 udents in kindergarten through 12th grade grades, reflecting its size among rural Nebraska private schools.
Joseph is a member of other school associations and is located within 60 miles of several other Catholic and private schools serving similar grade spans.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: We, the family of St. Joseph School, create disciples through faith, knowledge, and service.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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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