We strive to promote strong moral values for daily life and to maintain the highest academic standards and skills to equip the students for a lifetime of service to Christ and their community.
We are children following God in Faith, Respect, Knowledge, and Service.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
102 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Go to St. Joseph! Saint Joseph Catholic School is a Gospel-centered environment, forming young disciples in knowledge and virtue; fostering academic excellence and a lifetime of service to Christ and neighbor.
- The mission of St. Joseph Catholic School is to provide a caring and supportive learning environment based on Catholic Doctrine and the teachings of Jesus Christ. We strive to promote strong moral values for daily life and to maintain the highest academic standards and skills to equip the students for a lifetime of service to Christ and their community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Joseph School often compared to?
St. Joseph School is often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Park Christian School by visitors of our site.
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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Montessori School
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(260) 897-4270
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-4270
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Gr: NS-12 | 422 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
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5555 County Road 29
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(260) 925-1393
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 925-1393
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Gr: PK-12 | 496 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(260) 897-3481
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-3481
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Heritage Mission
(Christian)
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Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 637-9980
Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 637-9980
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Our Hope Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1826 Trinity Dr
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(260) 338-1121
Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 338-1121
8.5 miles
Gr: NS | 220 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Oak Farm Montessori School ![Oak Farm Montessori School Photo - Oak Farm Montessori is the ONLY infant through high school dual accredited Montessori School in the United States. In addition, our program boasts a 150+ acre campus; rich with opportunities. We invite you to visit our one of a kind campus to experience for yourself, the vision and values deeply rooted in our school for our students to thrive!]( "Oak Farm Montessori School Photo - Oak Farm Montessori is the ONLY infant through high school dual accredited Montessori School in the United States. In addition, our program boasts a 150+ acre campus; rich with opportunities. We invite you to visit our one of a kind campus to experience for yourself, the vision and values deeply rooted in our school for our students to thrive!")
Montessori School
502 Lemper Rd
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-4270
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-4270
3.9 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 422 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
Lakewood Park Christian School ![Lakewood Park Christian School Photo - Weekly chapels provide creative opportunities for students to learn about God!]( "Lakewood Park Christian School Photo - Weekly chapels provide creative opportunities for students to learn about God!")
(Christian)
5555 County Road 29
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 925-1393
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 925-1393
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 496 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Heritage Mission
(Christian)
1825 W Shoaff Rd
Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 637-9980
Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 637-9980
7.5 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 7 students
Gateway Woods School
Alternative School
14505 Klopfenstien Rd
Leo, IN 46765
(260) 376-1732
Leo, IN 46765
(260) 376-1732
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Gr: 8-12 | 15 students
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(Mennonite)
11128 Page Rd
Grabill, IN 46741
(260) 657-5360
Grabill, IN 46741
(260) 657-5360
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Oak Farm Montessori School ![Oak Farm Montessori School Photo - Oak Farm Montessori is the ONLY infant through high school dual accredited Montessori School in the United States. In addition, our program boasts a 150+ acre campus; rich with opportunities. We invite you to visit our one of a kind campus to experience for yourself, the vision and values deeply rooted in our school for our students to thrive!]( "Oak Farm Montessori School Photo - Oak Farm Montessori is the ONLY infant through high school dual accredited Montessori School in the United States. In addition, our program boasts a 150+ acre campus; rich with opportunities. We invite you to visit our one of a kind campus to experience for yourself, the vision and values deeply rooted in our school for our students to thrive!")
Montessori School
502 Lemper Rd
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-4270
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-4270
3.9 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 422 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
Lakewood Park Christian School ![Lakewood Park Christian School Photo - Weekly chapels provide creative opportunities for students to learn about God!]( "Lakewood Park Christian School Photo - Weekly chapels provide creative opportunities for students to learn about God!")
(Christian)
5555 County Road 29
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 925-1393
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 925-1393
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 496 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
232 N Main St
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-3481
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-3481
5.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students
Heritage Mission
(Christian)
1825 W Shoaff Rd
Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 637-9980
Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 637-9980
7.5 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 7 students
301 S Oak St
Kendallville, IN 46755
(260) 347-2444
Kendallville, IN 46755
(260) 347-2444
9.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 134 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Oak Farm Montessori School ![Oak Farm Montessori School Photo - Oak Farm Montessori is the ONLY infant through high school dual accredited Montessori School in the United States. In addition, our program boasts a 150+ acre campus; rich with opportunities. We invite you to visit our one of a kind campus to experience for yourself, the vision and values deeply rooted in our school for our students to thrive!]( "Oak Farm Montessori School Photo - Oak Farm Montessori is the ONLY infant through high school dual accredited Montessori School in the United States. In addition, our program boasts a 150+ acre campus; rich with opportunities. We invite you to visit our one of a kind campus to experience for yourself, the vision and values deeply rooted in our school for our students to thrive!")
Montessori School
502 Lemper Rd
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-4270
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-4270
3.9 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 422 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
Lakewood Park Christian School ![Lakewood Park Christian School Photo - Weekly chapels provide creative opportunities for students to learn about God!]( "Lakewood Park Christian School Photo - Weekly chapels provide creative opportunities for students to learn about God!")
(Christian)
5555 County Road 29
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 925-1393
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 925-1393
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 496 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
232 N Main St
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-3481
Avilla, IN 46710
(260) 897-3481
5.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students
Our Hope Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1826 Trinity Dr
Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 338-1121
Huntertown, IN 46748
(260) 338-1121
8.5 miles
Gr: NS | 220 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
301 S Oak St
Kendallville, IN 46755
(260) 347-2444
Kendallville, IN 46755
(260) 347-2444
9.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 134 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
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Quick Facts
(Math: 32% | Reading: 54%)
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Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 South State Road 9
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-6136
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-6136
9252.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,202 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1692 S Sr 9
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5148
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5148
9252.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1710 S State Rd 9
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-3343
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-3343
9252.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 583 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
(Math: 59% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5209 N Sr 109
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 691-2371
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 691-2371
9252.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 E Jackson St
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5857
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5857
9252.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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