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#49 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 11% of private schools

St John Catholic School

Elementary School

800 GORNTO RD REAR, Valdosta, GA 31602

Private

Enrollment

104

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#49 of 433

In Valdosta

#1 of 6

public schools

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St John Catholic School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Valdosta · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About St John Catholic School

St John Catholic School is a private elementary school in Valdosta, GA. St John Catholic School serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares1.2 pts above GA schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 104 students, St John Catholic 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 Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St John 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

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How St John Catholic School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Valdosta, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
104
This School
vs
791
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 12.5% vs 0%
Black 3.8% vs 0%
Asian 3.8% vs 0%
St John Catholic School Valdosta Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St John Catholic School (this school) 7.7
Valdosta Middle School 5.0
S.L. Mason Elementary School 4.1
W.G. Nunn Elementary 3.2
Sallas Mahone Elementary 4.2
Dewar Elementary 8.0
Newbern Middle School 3.2
Pinevale Elementary School 3.2
Westside Elementary School 8.2
Scintilla Charter Academy 7.3
J. L. Lomax Elementary School 4.0
Moulton-Branch Elementary School 7.7
Lowndes Middle School 7.2
Pine Grove Elementary School 8.6
Pine Grove Middle School 8.3
Clyattville Elementary School 8.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 GA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 8.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,530
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 104
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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 GA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 79.8%
Hispanic 12.5%
Black 3.8%
Asian 3.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

800 GORNTO RD REAR, Valdosta, GA 31602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dewar Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CROSSROADS BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Valdosta, see our Valdosta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CROSSROADS BAPTIST SCHOOL Valdosta 0.6 mi 6.8
Valdosta Middle School Valdosta 0.8 mi 5.0
S.L. Mason Elementary School Valdosta 1.7 mi 4.1
Lowndes High School Valdosta 2.1 mi 6.7
TICKLE ME PINK: THE ACADEMY Valdosta 2.3 mi
TICKLE ME PINK ACADEMY Valdosta 2.3 mi
OPEN BIBLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Valdosta 2.4 mi 4.9
W.G. Nunn Elementary Valdosta 2.4 mi 3.2
Sallas Mahone Elementary Valdosta 2.8 mi 4.2
Dewar Elementary Valdosta 3.0 mi 8.0
Westside Elementary School Valdosta 3.3 mi 8.2
Pinevale Elementary School Valdosta 3.3 mi 3.2
Newbern Middle School Valdosta 3.1 mi 3.2
Scintilla Charter Academy Valdosta 3.4 mi 7.3
VALDOSTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Valdosta 3.8 mi
Valdosta High School Valdosta 4.1 mi 5.9
VALWOOD SCHOOL Hahira 4.8 mi 6.1
J. L. Lomax Elementary School Valdosta 4.9 mi 4.0
Lowndes Middle School Valdosta 5.4 mi 7.2
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Valdosta 5.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 31602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,980

Median Home Value

$197,100

Median Rent

$1,046/mo

Population

35,347

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

44.6%

Avg Commute

17.7 min

Poverty Rate

22.5%

Median Age

29.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John Catholic School

What grades does St John Catholic School serve?

St John Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St John Catholic School?

St John Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St John Catholic 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 Catholic School rank in GA?

St John Catholic School ranks #49 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is St John Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St John Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St John 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 Catholic School a religious school?

St John Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
104
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Lowndes County

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