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#108 of 207 private schools in AL
St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School
1057 HUGHES RD, Madison, AL 35758
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#108 of 207
In Madison
#3 of 3
public schools
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St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School in Madison · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John the Baptist Catholic School
St John the Baptist Catholic School is a private elementary school in Madison, AL. St John the Baptist Catholic School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
St John the Baptist Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St John the Baptist Catholic School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Catholic School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Discovery Middle School | 7.7 |
| Rainbow Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Columbia Elementary School | 9.0 |
| MidTown Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Liberty Middle School | 7.7 |
| Horizon Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Madison Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Heritage Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Mill Creek Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Legacy Elementary School | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1057 HUGHES RD, Madison, AL 35758
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Horizon Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mill Creek Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madison Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery Middle School Madison | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Bob Jones High School Madison | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Rainbow Elementary School Madison | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| MidTown Elementary School Madison | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Columbia Elementary School Madison | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| MADISON BAPTIST ACADEMY Madison | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Madison Elementary School Madison | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Horizon Elementary School Madison | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Liberty Middle School Madison | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Columbia High School Huntsville | 2.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Heritage Elementary School Madison | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Mill Creek Elementary School Madison | 2.9 mi | 9.3 |
| HUNTSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntsville | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Huntsville | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Providence Elementary Huntsville | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACAD - LOWER SCHOOL CAMPUS Madison | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Monrovia Elementary School Huntsville | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| James Clemens High School Madison | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| KLA SCHOOLS OF HUNTSVILLE Huntsville | 3.5 mi | — |
| Legacy Elementary School Madison | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,780
Median Home Value
$336,700
Median Rent
$1,375/mo
Population
48,929
College Educated
63.9%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
38.8
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| Cherokee Elementary School Cherokee, AL | 6.4 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary School Tuskegee, AL | 6.4 |
| Prattville Kindergarten School Prattville, AL | 6.4 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mobile, AL | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Baptist Catholic School
What grades does St John the Baptist Catholic School serve?
St John the Baptist Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist Catholic School?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist Catholic School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John the Baptist Catholic School rank in AL?
St John the Baptist Catholic School ranks #108 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is St John the Baptist Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John the Baptist Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St John the Baptist Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St John the Baptist Catholic School a religious school?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (256) 722-0772
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