Catholic School
St. Joseph Academy
- AOverall Grade
- Private, Catholic
- 7-12
- Brownsville, TX
- 145 reviews
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- AcademicsA
- DiversityB-
- TeachersB+
- College PrepA-
- Clubs & ActivitiesA+
- SportsB
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$10,680
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid
$2,500
St. Joseph Academy Rankings
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Academics
Culture & Safety
Poll
- 75%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.20 responses
Poll
- 70%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.20 responses
Students
Diversity
B-
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
416
- 92%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.24 responses
- 88%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.24 responses
- 79%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.24 responses
Teachers
Poll
- 89%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.28 responses
Poll
- 82%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.28 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
- 93%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.15 responses
- 67%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.15 responses
- 80%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.15 responses
- Cost of LivingA-
- Good for FamiliesB
- HousingB-
Median Household Income
$36,499
National
$55,322Median Rent
$710
National
$949Median Home Value
$87,600
National
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St. Joseph Academy Reviews
145 reviews
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SJA is a close knit community. The bonds created here will last a lifetime. As they say," once a bloodhound, always a bloodhound"! This is so true. The schools continues to reach out to all former students in keeping them abreast of everything taking place on campus. Now with an Alumni Association in place, former students can re-connect with others at either social mixers in a city such as Houston or back on campus. All things considered, it's impressive how much is offered to students in the way of academics, sports and clubs for such a small enrollment.
I love Saint Joseph Academy! As I have always attended public school the change was extremely different to me. However, it was the best change I have ever made. Everyone greeted me immediately and everyone was super excited to have me be a part of their school community. St. Joe is an amazing school and the teachers really do go the extra mile to help their students. As an athlete I was a bit skeptical that a school with such little students could be good at a sport against other schools with much more students. I was shocked to see their first varsity volleyball team to make it and place 2nd overall at the playoffs. Same goes for swimming, a handful of students made it and placed at state which is extremely good.
I started working at Saint Joseph Academy since 2005 and have been blessed to work for incredible leaders, all which have inspired me to do the very best of my ability. I feel valued, appreciated, acknowledged and rewarded which keeps me motivated mentally and physically. Our administration, faculty and staff are truly dedicated and committed to the school community as a whole. We ardently work to keep our Mission and Vision alive for our current students and the generations to come. Our motto is "Ad Astra Per Aspera" which means "To the stars through difficulties" - this encapsulates and expresses the high ideals of our administration, faculty, staff and students.