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St. Joseph School

100 Spring St
Fairhaven, MA 02719
St. Joseph School is a Catholic learning community devoted to the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary and dedicated to providing a quality spiritual and academic education based on faith, values, and excellence that meets the needs of our students and our families.
All children will learn and grow in a faith-based environment that is nurturing, safe, and encouraging.
Students will grow in their faith, develop their God given talents, learn the values that will help them to make meaningful choices, become active lifelong learners, and seekers of God's truth.
St. Joseph School supports the efforts of families to provide a quality Catholic education based on Christian values.
In partnership with parents, the child's primary educator, we seek to model the principles of Jesus and nurture the child's intellectual, religious, spiritual, social, civic, psychological, moral, physical, cultural, and aesthetic growth.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 206 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,325
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1908

Student Body

Total Students
206 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
all fees included for grades 1 - 8
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,285
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Associate
Isabel daCosta

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Crafts ClubBook Club
Drama ClubFun with Food
Lego ClubNational Junior Honor Society


Arts and Music Programs:
Glee Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club

School Notes

  • St. Joseph School is a Catholic learning community devoted to the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary and dedicated to providing a quality spiritual and academic education based on faith, values, and excellence that meets the needs of our students and our families. All children will learn and grow in a faith-based environment that is nurturing, safe, and encouraging. Students will grow in their faith, develop their God given talents, learn the values that will help them to make meaningful choices, become active lifelong learners, and seekers of God's truth. St. Joseph School supports the efforts of families to provide a quality Catholic education based on Christian values. In partnership with parents, the child's primary educator, we seek to model the principles of Jesus and nurture the child's intellectual, religious, spiritual, social, civic, psychological, moral, physical, cultural, and aesthetic growth.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph School cost?
St. Joseph School's tuition is approximately $4,325 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph School?
The acceptance rate of St. Joseph School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
What is St. Joseph School's ranking?
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 206 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,325
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Bristol County, MA is $9,332 for elementary schools and $14,815 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Bristol County, MA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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