St. Joseph School in Earlville, IA, serves 54 udents from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a rural community setting.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 14:1 with four teachers on staff.
Joseph School is a co–ed Catholic elementary school affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Enrollment includes 36 udents in grades K–6, reflecting a small school size within the Earlville area.
The school offers a regular elementary program with a focus on early education in a rural Iowa environment.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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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