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St. Joseph School

520 E Chestnut Street
Olney, IL 62450
St. Joseph School serves 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Other religious school association(s).
The student:teacher of St. Joseph School is 18:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 245 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,600
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
245 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition costs vary based on the number of students in a family.
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
Carol Potter
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • School Motto: Growing together in Christ
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph School cost?
St. Joseph School's tuition is approximately $2,600 for private students.
What sports does St. Joseph School offer?
St. Joseph School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Track and Field.
What is St. Joseph School's ranking?
St. Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 245 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,600
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $10,982 for elementary schools and $15,754 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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