Catholic preschool-grade 8 school in Issaquah with specialized support for learning differences and small class sizes
St. Joseph School in Issaquah serves students from preschool through grade 8 with a Catholic foundation and explicit support for students with learning differences. The school maintains small class sizes (average 22 students) and offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD Support, making it accessible for families whose children have dyslexia, sensory processing challenges, or attention-related needs. Staff are trained to recognize and support each child's unique learning profile within a mainstream classroom environment.
The school combines academic rigor with individualized attention, employing 16 classroom teachers for 209 students. Beyond academics, St. Joseph offers a full range of extracurricular activities including sports (basketball, soccer, volleyball, cross country), arts programs (band, choir, drama), and clubs like FIRST Lego League and speech team—all designed to engage different learning styles and interests. The inclusive community approach means students with special needs participate alongside their peers in these enrichment opportunities.
Tuition begins at $15,000 per year with flexible in-parish and out-of-parish rates. The school has a 98% acceptance rate and offers financial aid (average grant $800). Contact Admissions Director Shauna Cogan at (425) 313-9129 or visit sjsissaquah.org for information about enrollment, learning support services, and how the school accommodates individual student needs.
At a Glance
GradesNursery/Preschool-8
Students209
Class Size22:1 ratio
Tuition$15,000
Fin. Aid8% receive aid
Est.1994
DeadlineFeb. 16 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,000 |
| Tuition Notes | We offer in-parish and out of parish tuition rates. Please see our website for difference in rate. |
| Total Students | 209 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 16 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 30 |
| Average Class Size | 22 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Shauna Cogan |
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 16 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 98 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 8 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $800 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 21 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Sensory processing
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cross Country · Soccer · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Boy Scouts · Chess Club · FIRST Lego League · Girl Scouts · Girl Scouts of America · Spanish Language Program · Speech Team · Arts and Music Programs: · Advanced Band · Choir · Drama Productions |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
Contact the school
(425) 313-9129220 Mtn. Park Blvd. SW, Issaquah, Washington 98027
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