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#466 of 716 private schools in IL
St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School
519 HAZEL ST, Red Bud, IL 62278
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#466 of 716
In Red Bud
#2 of 3
public schools
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St John the Baptist Catholic School
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About St John the Baptist Catholic School
St John the Baptist Catholic School is a private elementary school in Red Bud, IL. St John the Baptist Catholic School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, St John the Baptist 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, St John the Baptist 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 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 the 2 public schools in Red Bud, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Red Bud
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Catholic School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Red Bud High School | 5.2 |
| Red Bud Elem School | 6.7 |
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 IL.
Data Unavailable
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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 IL
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
519 HAZEL ST, Red Bud, IL 62278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rogers Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Waterloo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Smithton Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Smithton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Athens Elem (rated 7.8/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby New Athens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Bud, see our Red Bud schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Red Bud High School Red Bud | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Red Bud | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Red Bud Elem School Red Bud | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Red Bud | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Evansville Attendance Center Evansville | 8.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Evansville | 9.2 mi | — |
| Prairie Du Rocher Elem School Prairie Du Rocher | 10.3 mi | 6.4 |
| New Athens High School New Athens | 10.4 mi | 5.6 |
| New Athens Elem New Athens | 10.4 mi | 7.8 |
| New Athens Jr High New Athens | 10.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Waterloo High School Waterloo | 10.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Gardner Elementary School Waterloo | 11.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Rogers Elem School Waterloo | 12.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Smithton Elem School Smithton | 13.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Waterloo Junior High School Waterloo | 12.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Smithton | 13.9 mi | 5.3 |
| W J Zahnow Elem School Waterloo | 12.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GIBAULT CATHOLIC Waterloo | 12.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Freeburg Elem School Freeburg | 15.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Freeburg Primary Center Freeburg | 15.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,017
Median Home Value
$181,500
Median Rent
$831/mo
Population
6,425
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pekin, IL | 5.8 |
| ICN NOOR ACADEMY Naperville, IL | 5.8 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Godfrey, IL | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Freeburg, IL | 5.8 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 5.8 |
| Eswood C C Grade School Lindenwood, IL | 5.7 |
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 65 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 7.6:1. 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 IL?
St John the Baptist Catholic School ranks #466 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St John the Baptist Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 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
- 65
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Randolph County
- Phone
- (618) 282-3215
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