Very Good
#78 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 20% of private schools
St John the Evangelist School
Elementary School
8912 OLD BRANCH AVE, Clinton, MD 20735
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#78 of 378
In Clinton
#1 of 4
public schools
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St John the Evangelist School
Elementary School in Clinton · 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 Clinton, MD. St John the Evangelist School serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Evangelist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
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 6 public schools serving similar grades in Clinton, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Stephen Decatur Middle | 7.2 |
| Francis T. Evans Elementary | 5.7 |
| Waldon Woods Elementary | 3.8 |
| James Ryder Randall E C C | 5.6 |
| James Ryder Randall Elementary | 4.6 |
| Clinton Grove Elementary | 6.3 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
8912 OLD BRANCH AVE, Clinton, MD 20735
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Evangelist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Benjamin D. Foulois Academy (rated 7.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Morningside), with a very similar rating. Another option is Imagine Andrews Public Charter (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Andrews Afb), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Clinton Grove Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Surrattsville High Clinton | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| GRACE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clinton | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Stephen Decatur Middle Clinton | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| INDEPENDENT BAPTIST ACADEMY Clinton | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Francis T. Evans Elementary Clinton | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Waldon Woods Elementary Clinton | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| James Ryder Randall Elementary Clinton | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| James Ryder Randall E C C Clinton | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Clinton Grove Elementary Clinton | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Imagine Andrews Public Charter Andrews Afb | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall Middle Temple Hills | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| THE MESSIAH ACADEMY Temple Hills | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Crossland High Temple Hills | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| EVANGEL ASSEMBLY DAYCARE Temple Hills | 2.9 mi | — |
| Princeton Elementary Suitland | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Allenwood Elementary Temple Hills | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| FROM THE HEART CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suitland | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Avalon Elementary Fort Washington | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Tayac Elementary Fort Washington | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Benjamin D. Foulois Academy Morningside | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,125
Median Home Value
$401,000
Median Rent
$1,915/mo
Population
37,926
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
91.6%
Avg Commute
38.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baltimore International Academy West Baltimore, MD | 7.3 |
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia, MD | 7.3 |
| ST COLUMBA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oxon Hill, MD | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Olney, MD | 7.3 |
| Mt Hope/Nanjemoy Elementary School Nanjemoy, MD | 7.2 |
| Rock Hall Elementary Rock Hall, MD | 7.2 |
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 206 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Evangelist School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Evangelist School is 10.3:1. 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 MD?
St John the Evangelist School ranks #78 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St John the Evangelist School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Evangelist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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
- 206
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Phone
- (301) 868-2010
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