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#46 of 143 private schools in NE
Top 32% of private schools
St John the Baptist School
Elementary School
500 S 18TH ST, Plattsmouth, NE 68048
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Nebraska private schools
#46 of 143
In Plattsmouth
#1 of 2
public schools
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St John the Baptist School
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About St John the Baptist School
St John the Baptist School is a private elementary school in Plattsmouth, NE. St John the Baptist School serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 143 private schools in NE.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 110 students, St John the Baptist School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, St John the Baptist 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 Baptist 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 Baptist School compares to the 4 public schools in Plattsmouth, NE
Student Demographics
All Schools in Plattsmouth
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist School (this school) | 6.9 |
| PLATTSMOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| PLATTSMOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| PLATTSMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| PLATTSMOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD | 3.3 |
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 NE.
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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 NE
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
500 S 18TH ST, Plattsmouth, NE 68048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TWO SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Bellevue), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Bellevue), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PLATTSMOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plattsmouth, see our Plattsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLATTSMOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Plattsmouth | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PLATTSMOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plattsmouth | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PLATTSMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Plattsmouth | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PLATTSMOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Plattsmouth | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Plattsmouth | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CONESTOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Murray | 6.1 mi | 7.2 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 7.0 mi | 7.6 |
| TWO SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 6.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CONESTOGA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Murray | 7.5 mi | 7.6 |
| LEONARD LAWRENCE ELEM SCHOOL Bellevue | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
| FORT CROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 8.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ESU 3 HEAD START - FORT CROOK Bellevue | 8.3 mi | — |
| BETZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 8.6 mi | 4.1 |
| LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| PETER SARPY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 8.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ESU 3 HEAD START - PETER SARPY Bellevue | 8.6 mi | — |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 9.0 mi | 7.8 |
| BELLEAIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 9.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ESU 3 HEAD START - BELLEAIRE Bellevue | 9.1 mi | — |
| BELLEVUE MISSION MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue | 9.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,083
Median Home Value
$256,200
Median Rent
$959/mo
Population
13,833
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
40.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DESHLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deshler, NE | 6.9 |
| JOHNSON CO CENTRAL ELEM-COOK Cook, NE | 6.9 |
| SARGENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sargent, NE | 6.9 |
| BASSETT GRADE SCHOOL Bassett, NE | 7.0 |
| GORDON-RUSHVILLE ELE-RUSHVILLE Rushville, NE | 7.0 |
| IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alliance, NE | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Baptist School
What grades does St John the Baptist School serve?
St John the Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist School?
St John the Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School is 9.5:1. 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 Baptist School rank in NE?
St John the Baptist School ranks #46 of 143 private schools in NE.
What is St John the Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Baptist School a private school?
Yes, St John the Baptist 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 Baptist School a religious school?
St John the Baptist School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 110
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Cass County
- Phone
- (402) 296-6230
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