About Saint Joseph's Preparatory School
St. Joseph's Preparatory School ('The Prep') is a Roman Catholic, all-boys college-prep high school in North Philadelphia, run by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). Founded in 1851, it serves grades 9-12 and is known as 'The Jesuit High School of Philadelphia.' It is distinct from Saint Joseph's University.
Quick facts
- Run by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits)
- All-boys, grades 9-12; founded 1851
- 1733 W Girard Avenue, North Philadelphia
- Operates under the Jesuit 'Grad at Grad' formation framework
A Catholic education in Philadelphia
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