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St. Joseph School

127 E Broadway St
Shelbyville, IN 46176
St. Joseph School in Shelbyville, IN, serves 150 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 3rd grade in a town setting.
The school has a Catholic religious affiliation and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
With 11 total teachers,. Joseph School maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 14:1.
Approximately 26% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting a degree of diversity within the school community.
The school provides elementary education aligned with local Catholic traditions for families seeking private schooling options in Shelbyville.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
150 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for St. Joseph School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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