As Catholic School Educators, we believe St. Joseph School is not only a school, but a community of Faith; we believe those entrusted to us are not only students, but children of God; we believe we are not only educators, but Ministers of Gospel; we believe the values we teach are not only character development, but a call to Holiness; we believe our courses of study are not only academic pursuits, but a search for Truth; we believe the purpose of education is not only for personal gain and the development of society, but for the Transformation of the world.
St. Joseph Catholic School accepts the mission to help students model the life and teachings of Jesus Christ in their everyday lives.
Through the use of their talents and God-given gifts, students will learn to serve God and others.
Christ is the reason for this school, the ever-present teacher in its classes, the model of its faculty, and the inspiration of its students.
St. Joseph Catholic School is the oldest elementary school in continuous operation in Maumee, Ohio.
Known for its academic excellence and small class sizes in its Catholic Christian environment, the school is supported by strong parental and faith community involvement.
There are both active, extensive sports and scout programs available.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1841
Student Body
Total Students
389 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Joseph Catholic School often compared to?
St. Joseph Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joan Of Arc Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Joseph Catholic School's ranking?
St. Joseph Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to St. Joseph Catholic School is Maumee Valley Country Day School (3.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Rose Continuation School (1.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
5950 Heatherdowns Blvd
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 866-6177
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 866-6177
2.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 328 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Rose Continuation School ![St. Rose Continuation School Photo - Saint Rose Catholic School students celebrate the school's 150th Anniversary on the feast day of Saint Rose of Lima in August 2017.]( "St. Rose Continuation School Photo - Saint Rose Catholic School students celebrate the school's 150th Anniversary on the feast day of Saint Rose of Lima in August 2017.")
(Catholic)
217 E. Front Street
Perrysburg, OH 43551
(419) 874-5631
Perrysburg, OH 43551
(419) 874-5631
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 587 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
7819 Monclova Rd
Monclova, OH 43542
(419) 866-7630
Monclova, OH 43542
(419) 866-7630
3.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 165 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
(Catholic)
2255 Central Grove
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 382-5696
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 382-5696
4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 218 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Patrick Of Heatherdowns School ![St. Patrick Of Heatherdowns School Photo]( "St. Patrick Of Heatherdowns School Photo")
(Catholic)
4201 Heatherdowns Blvd
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 381-1775
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 381-1775
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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