History

St. Joseph Catholic School in Prescott, Wisconsin opened in September 1961 with the formal dedication on October 15, 1961. The school was staffed by teachers from the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, La Crosse with Sister Vincenza as the first principal. There were 109 students enrolled in grades 2-7. In 1962, first grade and eighth grades were added with a total of 178 students.

In 1968 St. Joseph Parish celebrated its centennial and there were 164 students enrolled in grades 1-6. A Kindergarten class was added in 1992 and Pre-school was started in 1996.

In 2011 St. Joseph School celebrated its 50 year jubilee with a CD release concert on November 10th and an all school reunion on November 12th. There were 103 students enrolled in grades K-6.

During its now 60+ year history, St. Joseph School has been committed to maintaining a school environment that prepares students academically and spiritually to become active, contributing members to their church, community, and the world.