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#135 of 202 private schools in CT
St John's School
Elementary School
760 MAIN ST, Watertown, CT 06795
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#135 of 202
In Watertown
#1 of 2
public schools
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St John's School
Elementary School in Watertown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John's School
St John's School is a private elementary school in Watertown, CT. St John's School serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St John's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, St John's School 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.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, St John's School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John's 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's School compares to the 2 public schools in Watertown, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Watertown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John's School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Watertown High School | 5.2 |
| Fletcher W. Judson School | 6.3 |
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 CT.
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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 CT
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
760 MAIN ST, Watertown, CT 06795
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middlebury Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Middlebury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Polk School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Oakville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fletcher W. Judson School (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Watertown | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Watertown High School Watertown | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Fletcher W. Judson School Watertown | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| John Trumbull Primary School Oakville | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Swift Middle School Oakville | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Polk School Oakville | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Oakville | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Carrington School Waterbury | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| W. F. Kaynor Technical High School Waterbury | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Thomaston High School Thomaston | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Memorial Middle School Middlebury | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Black Rock School Thomaston | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Bunker Hill School Waterbury | 3.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Sprague School Waterbury | 3.5 mi | 3.4 |
| CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ACES at Chase Waterbury | 4.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Middlebury Elementary School Middlebury | 5.0 mi | 7.4 |
| WESTOVER SCHOOL Middlebury | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Brass City Charter School Waterbury | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury | 4.1 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06795 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,800
Median Home Value
$331,200
Median Rent
$1,301/mo
Population
14,409
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
84.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Taftville, CT | 6.0 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethel, CT | 6.0 |
| ST PATRICK CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Norwich, CT | 5.8 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury, CT | 5.8 |
| COLD SPRING SCHOOL New Haven, CT | 6.1 |
| SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southington, CT | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John's School
What grades does St John's School serve?
St John's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John's School?
St John's School has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John's School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John's School rank in CT?
St John's School ranks #135 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St John's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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's School a private school?
Yes, St John's 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's School a religious school?
St John's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 133
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Litchfield County
- Phone
- (860) 201-7572
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