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#239 of 388 private schools in MA
St John the Baptist School
Elementary School
19 CHESTNUT ST, Peabody, MA 01960
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#239 of 388
In Peabody
#2 of 3
public schools
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St John the Baptist School
Elementary School in Peabody · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program
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About St John the Baptist School
St John the Baptist School is a private elementary school in Peabody, MA. St John the Baptist School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #239 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St John the Baptist 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 School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Peabody, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program | 2.6 |
| William A Welch Sr | 4.4 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle | 4.5 |
| Center | 3.8 |
| Thomas Carroll | 3.4 |
| South Memorial | 7.4 |
| Captain Samuel Brown | 6.1 |
| John E. McCarthy | 4.4 |
| West Memorial | 7.4 |
| John E Burke | 6.5 |
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
19 CHESTNUT ST, Peabody, MA 01960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bates (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Witchcraft Heights (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peabody, see our Peabody schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 0.1 mi | 2.6 |
| William A Welch Sr Peabody | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Witchcraft Heights Salem | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Center Peabody | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| THE PHOENIX SCHOOL Salem | 1.1 mi | — |
| South Memorial Peabody | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Bates Salem | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Collins Middle Salem | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Salem High Salem | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Captain Samuel Brown Peabody | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Riverside Danvers | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Salem Prep High School Salem | 1.9 mi | — |
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Carlton Salem | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Saltonstall School Salem | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Holten Richmond Middle School Danvers | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,173
Median Home Value
$566,700
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
53,961
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Everett Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 5.8 |
| Haley Pilot School Roslindale, MA | 5.8 |
| Holmes Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 5.8 |
| Houghton Elementary Sterling, MA | 5.8 |
| Hurley K-8 School Boston, MA | 5.8 |
| John Breen School Lawrence, MA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Baptist School
What grades does St John the Baptist School serve?
St John the Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist School?
St John the Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John the Baptist School rank in MA?
St John the Baptist School ranks #239 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St John the Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 School a private school?
Yes, St John the Baptist 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 School a religious school?
St John the Baptist School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 531-0444
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