At St. Joseph School we pray together, play together and we work together to create a special school.
Your child's education, from pre-school thru 8th grade, is priority number one at St. Joseph! In the hallways of St. Joseph School you will hear the excitement of children learning, you will witness the spiritual moments of prayer and you will feel the family atmosphere that permeates our school.
We nurture the Mind, Body and Spirit of all our students.
We possess a staff that cultivates the talent in your child, a staff that inspires your child to dream, and a staff that will prepare your child for the adventures of high school and life.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked KY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2017
Student Body
Total Students
433 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: ‘To provide an environment of academic excellence for all students based on Catholic values and traditions.’
- At St. Joseph School we pray together, play together and we work together to create a special school. Your child's education, from pre-school thru 8th grade, is priority number one at St. Joseph! In the hallways of St. Joseph School you will hear the excitement of children learning, you will witness the spiritual moments of prayer and you will feel the family atmosphere that permeates our school. We nurture the Mind, Body and Spirit of all our students. We possess a staff that cultivates the talent in your child, a staff that inspires your child to dream, and a staff that will prepare your child for the adventures of high school and life.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Joseph School often compared to?
St. Joseph School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Gregory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Joseph School's ranking?
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kentucky for: Largest student body.
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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