Very Good
#20 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 13% of private schools
St John Catholic School
Elementary School
1208 KENTUCKY ST, Lawrence, KS 66044
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#20 of 142
In Lawrence
#2 of 6
public schools
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St John Catholic School
Elementary School in Lawrence · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John Catholic School
St John Catholic School is a private elementary school in Lawrence, KS. St John Catholic School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
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
BetaHow St John Catholic School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Lawrence, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Catholic School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School | 3.8 |
| New York Elem | 3.0 |
| Cordley Elem | 7.5 |
| Hillcrest Elem | 6.6 |
| Woodlawn Elem | 5.2 |
| Schwegler Elem | 5.7 |
| Lawrence West Middle School | 5.1 |
| Lawrence Virtual School | 4.8 |
| Billy Mills Middle School | 3.5 |
| Prairie Park Elem | 6.0 |
| Deerfield Elem | 7.2 |
| Quail Run Elementary | 8.1 |
| Lawrence Southwest Middle School | 6.2 |
| Sunflower Elementary | 7.3 |
| Langston Hughes Elem | 8.3 |
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 KS.
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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 KS
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
1208 KENTUCKY ST, Lawrence, KS 66044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Quail Run Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cordley Elem (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RAINTREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| New York Elem Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Cordley Elem Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Lawrence High Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Woodlawn Elem Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Hillcrest Elem Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Schwegler Elem Lawrence | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Billy Mills Middle School Lawrence | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Lawrence Virtual School Lawrence | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lawrence | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Lawrence West Middle School Lawrence | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Sunset Hill Elem Lawerence | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Prairie Park Elem Lawrence | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Deerfield Elem Lawrence | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PRAIRIE MOON WALDORF SCHOOL Lawrence | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BISHOP SEABURY ACADEMY Lawrence | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Quail Run Elementary Lawrence | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Lawrence Southwest Middle School Lawrence | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Sunflower Elementary Lawrence | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| RAINTREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lawrence | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,340
Median Home Value
$228,100
Median Rent
$999/mo
Population
29,052
College Educated
53.6%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Median Age
24.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Topeka, KS | 7.6 |
| Erie Elementary Erie, KS | 7.6 |
| Garfield Elem Augusta, KS | 7.6 |
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hutchinson, KS | 7.6 |
| Humboldt Elementary School Humboldt, KS | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elem Mcpherson, KS | 7.6 |
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 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Catholic School is 10.5:1. 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 KS?
St John Catholic School ranks #20 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is St John Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 186 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Douglas County
- Phone
- (785) 843-9511
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