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#190 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 50% of private schools
St John School
Elementary School
320 CATHEDRAL ST, Baltimore, MD 21201
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#190 of 378
In Baltimore
#26 of 59
public schools
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St John School
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About St John School
St John School is a private elementary school in Baltimore, MD. St John School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. St John School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.4 · 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 230 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD
Student Demographics
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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
320 CATHEDRAL ST, Baltimore, MD 21201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Federal Hill Preparatory Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Royal Elementary/Middle (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,722
Median Home Value
$221,900
Median Rent
$1,282/mo
Population
17,819
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
11%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
32.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| District Heights Elementary District Heights, MD | 6.4 |
| Leeds Elementary Elkton, MD | 6.4 |
| Randallstown Elementary Randallstown, MD | 6.4 |
| ST FRANCIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 6.4 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Aberdeen, MD | 6.4 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Rockville, MD | 6.4 |
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 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John School is 10:1. 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 #190 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St John School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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
- 264
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Phone
- (410) 848-7455
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