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#790 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 44% of private schools
St John the Baptist
Elementary School
11156 SAN PABLO AVE, EL Cerrito, CA 94530
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#790 of 1,787
In EL Cerrito
#2 of 4
public schools
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About St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist is a private elementary school in EL Cerrito, CA. St John the Baptist serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #790 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, St John the Baptist is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St John the Baptist 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.
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 CA.
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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 CA
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
11156 SAN PABLO AVE, EL Cerrito, CA 94530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mira Vista Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harding Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Cerrito, see our EL Cerrito schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. John the Baptist El Cerrito | 0.0 mi | — |
| Summit Public School K2 El Cerrito | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Middle El Cerrito | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Stege Elementary Richmond | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Invictus Academy of Richmond El Cerrito | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| East Bay Montessori El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fairmont Elementary El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Prospect Sierra School El Cerrito | 0.8 mi | — |
| PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| John F. Kennedy High Richmond | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Madera Elementary El Cerrito | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Richmond | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Mira Vista Elementary Richmond | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond | 1.5 mi | — |
| El Cerrito High El Cerrito | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary Richmond | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CRESTMONT SCHOOL Richmond | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,731
Median Home Value
$1,097,300
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
26,229
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Baptist
What grades does St John the Baptist serve?
St John the Baptist serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist?
St John the Baptist has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist is 15.8:1. 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 rank in CA?
St John the Baptist ranks #790 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St John the Baptist's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist 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 a private school?
Yes, St John the Baptist 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 a religious school?
St John the Baptist has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (510) 234-2244
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