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#280 of 378 private schools in MD
St John School
Elementary School
45 MONROE ST, Westminster, MD 21157
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#280 of 378
In Westminster
#1 of 3
public schools
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St John School
Elementary School in Westminster · grades Pre-K – 8th. 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 Westminster, MD. St John School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #280 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
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 12 public schools serving similar grades in Westminster, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Westminster West Middle | 7.4 |
| William Winchester Elementary | 8.4 |
| Westminster East Middle | 6.9 |
| Cranberry Station Elementary | 7.4 |
| Carroll Springs School | — |
| Westminster Elementary | 7.8 |
| Friendship Valley Elementary | 8.3 |
| PRIDE School | — |
| Robert Moton Elementary | 7.5 |
| Crossroads Middle School | — |
| Runnymede Elementary | 8.1 |
| Winfield Elementary | 8.8 |
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 MD.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
45 MONROE ST, Westminster, MD 21157
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Winchester Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Friendship Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sandymount Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Finksburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westminster West Middle Westminster | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| William Winchester Elementary Westminster | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Westminster East Middle Westminster | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Cranberry Station Elementary Westminster | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Winters Mill High Westminster | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Westminster | 1.7 mi | — |
| Carroll Springs School Westminster | 1.7 mi | — |
| Post Secondary Program Westminster | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Westminster Elementary Westminster | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Friendship Valley Elementary Westminster | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| PRIDE School Westminster | 2.8 mi | — |
| Westminster High Westminster | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Robert Moton Elementary Westminster | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Flexible Student Support Westminster | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Gateway School Westminster | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Crossroads Middle School Westminster | 3.5 mi | — |
| NORTH CARROLL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Westminster | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CARROLL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westminster | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Sandymount Elementary Finksburg | 5.9 mi | 7.9 |
| GERSTELL ACADEMY Finksburg | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21157 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,835
Median Home Value
$394,100
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
40,191
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
41.8
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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 8th.
How many students attend St John School?
St John School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John School rank in MD?
St John School ranks #280 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St John School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Carroll County
- Phone
- (410) 848-7455
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