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St. Joseph Parish School

94-651 Farrington Highway
Waipahu, HI 96797
St. Joseph Parish School, centered in Jesus Christ, in collaboration with the home, church, and global community, provides quality Catholic education in a safe and caring family environment. Students are prepared to achieve their full potential to be morally responsible citizens, effective communicators, active Christians, and lifelong learners. (Revised May 2013).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 319 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 19 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1946

Student Body

Total Students
319 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 19 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Visit school website for more information
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Junior/Senior Ohana CouncilKnight of the Altar (Altar Servers)
YearbookYouth Music Ministry

School Notes

  • School Motto: Centered in Jesus Christ
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph Parish School?
The acceptance rate of St. Joseph Parish School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What sports does St. Joseph Parish School offer?
St. Joseph Parish School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Parish School is Jan. 19 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 19 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 319 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 19 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Honolulu County, HI is $15,980 for elementary schools and $17,874 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Honolulu County, HI is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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