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Independent Grades PK–12

St. Joseph Preparatory School Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $13,000/year5% above national avg . Located in St. Joseph, Missouri.

$13,000
Annual Tuition
$1,083
Per Month
995
Enrolled Students
$216,147
K–12 Total Est.

How St. Joseph Preparatory School Compares

St. Joseph Preparatory School $13,000/yr
Missouri Average $8,750/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

St. Joseph Preparatory School tuition is 49% above Missouri avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Estimated — lower grades typically 15–20% below school average.
$11,100/yr
Middle School (6–8)
Near the school average.
$13,000/yr
High School (9–12)
Estimated — upper grades typically 15–20% above school average.
$15,600/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $13,000/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at St. Joseph Preparatory School would cost approximately:

$216,147

Estimate assumes 13 years (K–12) at 4% annual increase. Actual costs vary — contact the school for current rates. Use our calculator for your state's average →

School Information

Location
St. Joseph, MO
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
PK–12
Enrollment
995 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph Preparatory School tuition cost?

St. Joseph Preparatory School charges $13,000/year in 2026 — 5% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in St. Joseph, Missouri. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending St. Joseph Preparatory School from K–12?

At the current tuition of $13,000/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for St. Joseph Preparatory School is approximately $216,147. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does St. Joseph Preparatory School tuition compare to other Missouri private schools?

St. Joseph Preparatory School's tuition of $13,000/year is $4,250 above the Missouri private school average of $8,750/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in Missouri.

Does St. Joseph Preparatory School offer financial aid?

Most private schools, including independent private schools, offer need-based financial aid. Nationally, about 27% of private school students receive aid averaging 48% of tuition. Contact St. Joseph Preparatory School's admissions office directly for current aid availability and application requirements.

Tuition data sourced from the NCES Private School Universe Survey 2021–22. Figures represent reported or estimated annual tuition. Actual costs may vary — contact the school directly for current tuition, fees, and financial aid information. Data last updated March 2026.