Below Average
#198 of 225 private schools in AZ
St John the Evangelist Catholic School
Elementary School
600 W AJO WAY, Tucson, AZ 85713
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#198 of 225
In Tucson
#32 of 36
public schools
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St John the Evangelist Catholic School
Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John the Evangelist Catholic School
St John the Evangelist Catholic School is a private elementary school in Tucson, AZ. St John the Evangelist Catholic School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Evangelist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #198 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St John the Evangelist 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 Evangelist Catholic School compares to 217 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist Catholic School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Pueblo High School | 5.6 |
| Hollinger K-8 School | 5.3 |
| C E Rose Elementary School | 3.3 |
| Wakefield Middle School | 8.2 |
| Mission View Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Las Puertas Community School | 7.0 |
| Lynn Urquides | 4.7 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School | 8.0 |
| STAR Academic High School | 4.3 |
| McCorkle PK-8 | 4.8 |
| Apollo Middle School | 4.2 |
| Ochoa Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Liberty Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School | 4.7 |
| La Paloma Academy-South | 4.6 |
| Drachman Primary Magnet School | 7.0 |
| Rivera Elementary | 4.9 |
| Henry Hank Oyama | 7.2 |
| Drexel Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Borton Primary Magnet School | 7.4 |
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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 AZ.
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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 AZ
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
600 W AJO WAY, Tucson, AZ 85713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Evangelist Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Van Buskirk Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mission View Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hollinger K-8 School (rated 5.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pueblo High School Tucson | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| C E Rose Elementary School Tucson | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Hollinger K-8 School Tucson | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Wakefield Middle School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Mission View Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Las Puertas Community School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Toltecali High School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Pima Vocational High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CASITA DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL Tucson | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Lynn Urquides Tucson | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Day Program Tucson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Evening Program Tucson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Innovation Tech High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Pima County JTED - Star Tucson | 1.4 mi | — |
| STAR Academic High School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Apollo Middle School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| McCorkle PK-8 Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tucson | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Liberty Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,264
Median Home Value
$171,700
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
45,615
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Evangelist Catholic School
What grades does St John the Evangelist Catholic School serve?
St John the Evangelist Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Evangelist Catholic School?
St John the Evangelist Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Evangelist Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Evangelist Catholic School is 17.4:1. 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 Evangelist Catholic School rank in AZ?
St John the Evangelist Catholic School ranks #198 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is St John the Evangelist Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Evangelist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Evangelist Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St John the Evangelist 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 Evangelist Catholic School a religious school?
St John the Evangelist Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 624-3865
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