Established in 1876, Saint Joseph Grade School was the first Catholic School in Springfield.
Rooted in a tradition of academic and religious educational excellence, St.
Joseph Grade School takes pride in maintaining a challenging, up-to-date, state-recognized curriculum, while providing students with a strong spiritual background.
Students are provided an atmosphere that both nurtures and stimulates their academic and spiritual growth via Saint Joseph School's facilities.
The many academic benefits of Saint Joseph School include an advanced computer lab, special tutoring programs, a competitive music program, art instruction, co-curricular activities, and opportunities for eighth grade students to take high school courses.
Students thrive in an atmosphere that both nurtures and stimulates their academic and spiritual growth.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
119 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to St. Joseph School is Sacred Heart Griffin High School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Aloysius Elementary School (1.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Aloysius Elementary School
(Catholic)
2125 N 21st St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 544-4553
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 544-4553
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 206 students
Sacred Heart Griffin High School ![Sacred Heart Griffin High School Photo]( "Sacred Heart Griffin High School Photo")
(Catholic)
1200 W Washington Street
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 787-1595
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 787-1595
1.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 25 Tuition listed
515 S Macarthur Blvd.
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-2323
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-2323
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 13
St. Agnes Elementary School
(Catholic)
251 N Amos Ave
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 793-1370
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 793-1370
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Tuition listed
Calvary Academy
(1)
1730 W Jefferson St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 546-5987
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 546-5987
2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 339 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
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