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St. Joseph School

127 N 4th St
Decatur, IN 46733
St. Joseph School serves 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Joseph School is 14:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1881
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
338 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Nurturing the Mind, Body, and Spirit
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Joseph School's ranking?
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body 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 IN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Indiana is $9,658 for elementary schools and $12,169 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Indiana is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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