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#153 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 39% of private schools
St John School
Elementary School
9 LEDYARD ST, Wellesley, MA 02481
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#153 of 388
In Wellesley
#2 of 3
public schools
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St John School
Elementary School in Wellesley · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John School
St John School is a private elementary school in Wellesley, MA. St John School serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St John School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 176 students, St John 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, St John School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John 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 School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Wellesley, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Schofield | 8.2 |
| Preschool at Wellesley Schools | 6.8 |
| Joseph E Fiske | 9.0 |
| Wellesley Middle | 9.6 |
| Ernest F Upham | 7.9 |
| Sprague Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Katharine Lee Bates | 9.3 |
| Hunnewell | 9.0 |
| John D Hardy | 9.8 |
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 MA.
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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 MA
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
9 LEDYARD ST, Wellesley, MA 02481
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A E Angier (rated 9.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Waban), which scores notably higher. Another option is Newman Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Eliot (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wellesley, see our Wellesley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Schofield Wellesley | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Preschool at Wellesley Schools Wellesley | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Joseph E Fiske Wellesley | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls | 1.2 mi | — |
| Williams Auburndale | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Wellesley Sr High Wellesley | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| John Eliot Needham | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Sunita L. Williams Elementary Needham | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| A E Angier Waban | 1.5 mi | 9.8 |
| MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Wellesley Middle Wellesley | 2.0 mi | 9.6 |
| Peirce West Newton | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Ernest F Upham Wellesley | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Sprague Elementary School Wellesley | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Weston Middle Weston | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Newman Elementary Needham | 3.0 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02481 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,642,700
Median Rent
$3,064/mo
Population
17,262
College Educated
90.1%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATRIUM SCHOOL Watertown, MA | 6.7 |
| Arthur T Talmadge Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Channing Elementary School Hyde Park, MA | 6.7 |
| Holland Elementary Holland, MA | 6.7 |
| Kittredge North Andover, MA | 6.7 |
| LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John School
What grades does St John School serve?
St John School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St John School?
St John School has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John School rank in MA?
St John School ranks #153 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St John School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John 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 School a private school?
Yes, St John 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 School a religious school?
St John School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 176
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (781) 235-0300
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