St. Joseph's High School
Yendapallivalsa Araku R.S. Andhra Pradesh - 531151 India · Visakhapatnam · Andhra Pradesh
If you’re exploring schools in the Araku Valley region, St. Joseph’s High School often comes up as a long-standing, mission-run ICSE school. This summary brings together what’s publicly available so you can decide whether it’s worth a visit.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CISCE / ICSE
- Classes
- Primary to Class X
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Day/Residential (D/R)
- Founded
- Around 1969 (celebrated Golden Jubilee in 2019)
- Staff
- Run by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy, Long-serving leadership, Focus on tribal community education
Summary for the Parent
Overview
St. Joseph’s High School, Araku is a mission-run ICSE school with deep roots in the local community. It offers a values-based education and has a long history of serving tribal and rural families.
Best Fit For
A child who thrives in a close-knit, community-oriented environment.
A child from the local area who values discipline and traditional schooling.
Strengths
Long-standing reputation and community trust.
ICSE curriculum in a rural setting.
Dedicated management by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy.
Active alumni network.
Trade-offs / Things to check
Limited online transparency about academics and facilities.
Remote location may affect accessibility.
No higher-secondary classes (only up to Class X).
Hostel and transport details unclear.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request the latest fee structure and transport details.
Ask for recent ICSE results and teacher qualifications.
Visit the school to see classrooms, labs, and hostel facilities.
Confirm admission timelines and required documents.
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