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#138 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 35% of private schools
St John the Evangelist School
Elementary School
696 WASHINGTON ST, Canton, MA 02021
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#138 of 388
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St John the Evangelist School
Elementary School in Canton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John the Evangelist School
St John the Evangelist School is a private elementary school in Canton, MA. St John the Evangelist School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Evangelist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #138 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, St John the Evangelist School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John the Evangelist 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 Evangelist School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Canton, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Rodman Early Childhood Center | 4.3 |
| Dean S Luce | 7.2 |
| John F Kennedy | 7.8 |
| Lt Peter M Hansen | 7.4 |
| Wm H Galvin Middle | 8.1 |
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 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
696 WASHINGTON ST, Canton, MA 02021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Evangelist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cottage Street (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Sharon), which scores notably higher. Another option is John F Kennedy (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Stoughton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Canton, see our Canton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canton High Canton | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Rodman Early Childhood Center Canton | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Dean S Luce Canton | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| John F Kennedy Canton | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Lt Peter M Hansen Canton | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Wm H Galvin Middle Canton | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Charles J Prescott Norwood | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| THE BLUE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canton | 2.5 mi | — |
| East Elementary Sharon | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Stoughton | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| DBA:CLARKE SCHOOL BOSTON Canton | 2.4 mi | — |
| AHAVATH TORAH CONGREGATION Stoughton | 2.5 mi | — |
| Cottage Street Sharon | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| BEACON SCHOLASTIC ACADEMY Westwood | 3.1 mi | — |
| Stoughton High Stoughton | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| STRIAR HEBREW ACADEMY OF SHARON Sharon | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical Canton | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Sharon High Sharon | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,341
Median Home Value
$665,500
Median Rent
$2,237/mo
Population
24,459
College Educated
65.5%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester, MA | 6.8 |
| Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton, MA | 6.8 |
| Clark St Community Worcester, MA | 6.8 |
| Conway Grammar Conway, MA | 6.8 |
| Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth, MA | 6.8 |
| Liberty Springfield, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Evangelist School
What grades does St John the Evangelist School serve?
St John the Evangelist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Evangelist School?
St John the Evangelist School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Evangelist School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Evangelist School is 9.4:1. 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 Evangelist School rank in MA?
St John the Evangelist School ranks #138 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St John the Evangelist School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Evangelist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Evangelist School a private school?
Yes, St John the Evangelist 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 Evangelist School a religious school?
St John the Evangelist School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (781) 828-2130
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