Very Good
#192 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 40% of private schools
St John the Baptist
Elementary School
4500 FAIRFIELD AVE, Fort Wayne, IN 46807
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#192 of 478
In Fort Wayne
#12 of 27
public schools
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St John the Baptist
Elementary School in Fort Wayne · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist is a private elementary school in Fort Wayne, IN. St John the Baptist serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St John the Baptist show 55% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St John the Baptist compares to 67 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Wayne, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist (this school) | 7.1 |
| Harrison Hill Elementary School | 5.8 |
| South Wayne Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Fairfield Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Jeff H Towles Intermediate School | 5.7 |
| Levan R Scott Academy | 3.5 |
| Merle J Abbett Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Weisser Park Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Whitney M Young Early Childhood | 7.1 |
| Kekionga Middle School | 4.0 |
| Indian Village Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Study Elementary School | 3.0 |
| John S Irwin Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Bunche Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Timothy L. Johnson Academy Middle | 6.9 |
| Timothy L Johnson Academy | 5.0 |
| Maplewood Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Fort Wayne Virtual Academy | 5.7 |
| Washington Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Smith Academy for Excellence | 7.7 |
| Waynedale Elementary School | 4.5 |
Showing 20 of 67 schools. View all schools in Fort Wayne
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 IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4500 FAIRFIELD AVE, Fort Wayne, IN 46807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST THERESE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Whitney M Young Early Childhood (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LUTHERAN SOUTH UNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,341
Median Home Value
$133,500
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
16,285
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN | 7.1 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Elem School New Castle, IN | 7.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Plymouth, IN | 7.1 |
| Martha J Ridpath Elementary School Greencastle, IN | 7.1 |
| OUR LADY OF HUNGARY SCHOOL South Bend, IN | 7.1 |
| Riverdale Elementary School Saint Joe, IN | 7.1 |
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 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist is 14.8:1. 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 IN?
St John the Baptist ranks #192 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St John the Baptist's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at St John the Baptist?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St John the Baptist has 55% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
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
- 250
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allen County
- Phone
- (260) 456-3321
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