Established in 1890, St. Joseph's Elementary School continues to serve children in preschool through sixth grade.
Rich in Catholic tradition, St. Joseph's provides for the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of its youth through prayer, instruction, fellowship and play within the framework of God, family and community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1861
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Prepare for Eternal Life by becoming more like Christ today.
- Established in 1890, St. Joseph's Elementary School continues to serve children in preschool through sixth grade. Rich in Catholic tradition, St. Joseph's provides for the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of its youth through prayer, instruction, fellowship and play within the framework of God, family and community.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: 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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School Reviews
5 12/27/2021
This school is awesome they provide great support to children when needed they go to church every Friday too.
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