Excellent
#24 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 5% of private schools
St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School
3616 SAINT JOHNS WAY, South Bend, IN 46628
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#24 of 478
In South Bend
#2 of 19
public schools
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St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School in South Bend · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Coquillard Elementary School
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About St John the Baptist Catholic School
St John the Baptist Catholic School is a private elementary school in South Bend, IN. St John the Baptist Catholic School serves approximately 99 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 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 99 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 28 public schools serving similar grades in South Bend, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Catholic School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Coquillard Elementary School | 1.9 |
| Success Academy Primary School | 6.9 |
| Dickinson Fine Arts Academy | 3.9 |
| LaSalle Academy | 7.9 |
| Kennedy Academy | 6.5 |
| Lafayette Early Childhood Center | — |
| Marquette Montessori Academy | 5.8 |
| Harrison Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Muessel Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Navarre Middle School | 3.0 |
| Wilson Elementary School | 2.7 |
| Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy | 6.5 |
| Career Academy Middle School | 5.8 |
| Juvenile Justice Center | — |
| South Bend Virtual School | 4.5 |
| Jefferson Traditional School | 4.9 |
| Clay International Academy | 4.1 |
| Studebaker Center | 5.1 |
| Warren Elementary School | 2.2 |
| McKinley Elementary School | 3.0 |
Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in South Bend
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 IN.
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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 IN
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
3616 SAINT JOHNS WAY, South Bend, IN 46628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Bend, see our South Bend schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coquillard Elementary School South Bend | 0.2 mi | 1.9 |
| Success Academy Primary School South Bend | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Dickinson Fine Arts Academy South Bend | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| LaSalle Academy South Bend | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Excel Center - South Bend South Bend | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Kennedy Academy South Bend | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lafayette Early Childhood Center South Bend | 1.1 mi | — |
| Washington High School South Bend | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Harrison Elementary School South Bend | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Navarre Middle School South Bend | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Marquette Montessori Academy South Bend | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bend | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| ST ADALBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Bend | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL South Bend | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bend | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Muessel Elementary School South Bend | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Wilson Elementary School South Bend | 2.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy South Bend | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Career Academy High School South Bend | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Career Academy Middle School South Bend | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,889
Median Home Value
$164,500
Median Rent
$1,068/mo
Population
27,929
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Evansville, IN | 8.7 |
| Central Elementary School Valparaiso, IN | 8.7 |
| EVANSVILLE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Evansville, IN | 8.4 |
| Madison Elementary School Wakarusa, IN | 8.4 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Franklin, IN | 8.4 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN | 8.4 |
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 99 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 IN?
St John the Baptist Catholic School ranks #24 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St John the Baptist Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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
- 99
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Joseph County
- Phone
- (574) 232-9849
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