Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,717
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,717
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1875
School Calendar
School Motto
It is the Mission of Saint Joseph Marquette Catholic School to build a vibrant Catholic community and educate the total child in values consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Student Body
Total Students
317 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 32%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
63%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
School Notes
- St. Joseph/Marquette Catholic School wants to build community and educate the total child (spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially) in values consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
- Education at St. Joseph/Marquette Catholic School and the Mother Joseph Center is an endeavor which involves the students, parents, teachers and priests in the development of each child.
- Emphasis is placed upon a strong academic program.
- Each child will be recognized and encouraged in keeping with his/her own personal talents and abilities with opportunities available for special programs and tutoring.
- St. Joseph/Marquette Catholic School wants to build community and educate the total child (spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially) in values consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
- Education at St. Joseph/Marquette Catholic School and the Mother Joseph Center is an endeavor which involves the students, parents, teachers and priests in the development of each child.
- Emphasis is placed upon a strong academic program.
- Each child will be recognized and encouraged in keeping with his/her own personal talents and abilities with opportunities available for special programs and tutoring.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School cost?
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School's tuition is approximately $7,717 for private students.
What schools are St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School often compared to?
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Christ The Teacher Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School offer?
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School's ranking?
St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School vs. Christ The Teacher Catholic School
The nearest high school to St. Joseph Marquette Catholic School is Riverside Christian School (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Christ The Teacher Catholic School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Grace Lutheran School (1.7 miles away)
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Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: K-8 | 207 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4
Catholic
1214 West Chestnut Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 575-5604
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: K-7 | 29 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
706 West Stewart Street
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 452-0177
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 9 students
Daycare / Preschool (Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1207 S 7th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 457-6611
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 423 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
721 Keys Road
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 965-2602
Distance: 3.1 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 119 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Montessori School
511 N 44th Ave
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-0680
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 423 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
721 Keys Road
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 965-2602
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: PK-10 | 91 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1200 City Reservoir Rd
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-1933
Distance: 3.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 235 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Catholic
3000 Lightning Way
Yakima, WA 98903
(509) 225-2998
Distance: 4.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 125 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Methodist
7105 Alpine Way
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-1632
Distance: 17.9 mi
Gr: PK-10 | 63 students
Church of God
204 Cheyne Rd
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-6935
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: K-8 | 207 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4
Catholic
1214 West Chestnut Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 575-5604
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: K-7 | 29 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
706 West Stewart Street
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 452-0177
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 423 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
721 Keys Road
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 965-2602
Distance: 3.1 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 119 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Montessori School
511 N 44th Ave
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-0680
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: PK-10 | 91 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1200 City Reservoir Rd
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-1933
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 9 students
Daycare / Preschool (Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1207 S 7th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 457-6611
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 423 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
721 Keys Road
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 965-2602
Distance: 3.1 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 119 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Montessori School
511 N 44th Ave
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-0680
Distance: 3.5 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
5110 Summitview Ave.
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-8557
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: PK-10 | 91 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1200 City Reservoir Rd
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-1933
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
111 North Front Street
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5581
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5581
0.3 miles
Gr: 7-12
Alternative School
33 S 2nd Ave
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 728-9870
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 728-9870
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Minority enrollment: 68%
Alternative School
33 S Second Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 653-1732
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 653-1732
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12
Alternative School
33 S 2nd Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 877-4181
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 877-4181
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
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802 River Rd
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1200
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1200
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 71:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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