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#97 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 38% of private schools
St John Elementary School
Elementary School
58645 SAINT CLEMENT AVE, Plaquemine, LA 70764
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#97 of 253
In Plaquemine
#2 of 2
public schools
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St John Elementary School
Elementary School in Plaquemine · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
St John Interparochial School
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About St John Elementary School
St John Elementary School is a private elementary school in Plaquemine, LA. St John Elementary School serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 193 students, St John Elementary 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, St John Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John Elementary 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 Elementary School compares to the 4 public schools in Plaquemine, LA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Plaquemine
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Elementary School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Iberville Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Iberville Charter Academy | 3.8 |
| Plaquemine Senior High School | 7.5 |
| Crescent Elementary/Junior High School | 7.1 |
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 LA.
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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 LA
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
58645 SAINT CLEMENT AVE, Plaquemine, LA 70764
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brusly Upper Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Brusly), which scores notably higher. Another option is Iberville Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lukeville Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Brusly), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plaquemine, see our Plaquemine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70764 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,518
Median Home Value
$174,700
Median Rent
$848/mo
Population
15,046
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Elementary School
What grades does St John Elementary School serve?
St John Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St John Elementary School?
St John Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Elementary School rank in LA?
St John Elementary School ranks #97 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is St John Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St John Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St John Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 193
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Iberville Parish
- Phone
- (225) 776-0289
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