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Below Average

#333 of 378 private schools in MD

St John Regional Catholic School

Elementary School

8414 OPOSSUMTOWN PIKE, Frederick, MD 21702

Private

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#333 of 378

In Frederick

#7 of 7

public schools

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St John Regional Catholic School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Frederick · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Monocacy Middle

6.3/10

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7.2/10

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About St John Regional Catholic School

St John Regional Catholic School is a private elementary school in Frederick, MD. St John Regional Catholic School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Regional Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #333 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.5 pts below MD schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St John Regional 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

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How St John Regional Catholic School compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Frederick, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
517
This School
vs
592
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.8
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.8% vs 0%
Black 13.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.1% vs 0%
Asian 4.4% vs 0%
St John Regional Catholic School Frederick Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St John Regional Catholic School (this school) 4.8
Monocacy Middle 6.3
Monocacy Elementary 7.2
Yellow Springs Elementary 7.1
Heather Ridge 6.9
Whittier Elementary 7.0
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle 7.3
North Frederick Elementary 7.5
Frederick Classical Charter 9.3
Monocacy Valley Montessori 4.8
Waverley Elementary 4.6
Parkway Elementary 7.5
West Frederick Middle 6.7
Lincoln Elementary 6.6
Hillcrest Elementary 6.0
Butterfly Ridge Elementary 9.2
Crestwood Middle 5.6
Orchard Grove Elementary 7.1
Ballenger Creek Middle 5.4
Spring Ridge Elementary 7.5
Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter 7.4

Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Frederick

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 MD.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,174.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 517
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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 MD

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 63.8%
Black 13.7%
Hispanic 9.1%
Two or More 8.9%
Asian 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8414 OPOSSUMTOWN PIKE, Frederick, MD 21702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John Regional Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frederick Classical Charter (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE BANNER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Frederick Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Frederick, see our Frederick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Monocacy Middle Frederick 0.9 mi 6.3
Monocacy Elementary Frederick 0.9 mi 7.2
MEADOWS MONTESSORI Frederick 1.9 mi
Heather Ridge Frederick 2.0 mi 6.9
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF FREDERICK Frederick 2.2 mi
Gov. Thomas Johnson High Frederick 2.4 mi 4.9
Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle Frederick 2.3 mi 7.3
THE BANNER SCHOOL Frederick 2.4 mi 7.5
Yellow Springs Elementary Frederick 2.0 mi 7.1
Whittier Elementary Frederick 2.0 mi 7.0
North Frederick Elementary Frederick 2.7 mi 7.5
FREDERICK COUNTRY DAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Frederick 2.4 mi
Monocacy Valley Montessori Frederick 3.3 mi 4.8
CALVARY WEEKDAY SCHOOL Frederick 3.5 mi
Frederick High Frederick 3.5 mi 5.1
Parkway Elementary Frederick 3.7 mi 7.5
Frederick Classical Charter Frederick 3.1 mi 9.3
West Frederick Middle Frederick 3.7 mi 6.7
Walkersville Elementary Walkersville 2.9 mi 7.1
Walkersville High Walkersville 3.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,659

Median Home Value

$384,800

Median Rent

$1,722/mo

Population

47,437

College Educated

40.5%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

37.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Allenwood Elementary Temple Hills, MD 4.8
Bester Elementary Hagerstown, MD 4.8
Campfield Early Childhood Center Baltimore, MD 4.8
Carole Highlands Elementary Takoma Park, MD 4.8
Charlesmont Elementary Baltimore, MD 4.8
Fullerton Elementary Baltimore, MD 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John Regional Catholic School

What grades does St John Regional Catholic School serve?

St John Regional Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St John Regional Catholic School?

St John Regional Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Regional Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St John Regional Catholic School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St John Regional Catholic School rank in MD?

St John Regional Catholic School ranks #333 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is St John Regional Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St John Regional Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Regional Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St John Regional 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 Regional Catholic School a religious school?

St John Regional Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
517
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.6 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Small City
County
Frederick County

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