Below Average
#934 of 992 private schools in NY
St John the Baptist Diocesan High School
High School
1170 MONTAUK HWY, West Islip, NY 11795
Enrollment
1,118
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,118
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#934 of 992
In West Islip
#2 of 2
public schools
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About St John the Baptist Diocesan High School
St John the Baptist Diocesan High School is a private high school in West Islip, NY. St John the Baptist Diocesan High School serves approximately 1,118 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist Diocesan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
St John the Baptist Diocesan High 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.
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Student Demographics
All Schools in West Islip
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Diocesan High School (this school) | 4.6 |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| WEST ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| PAUL J BELLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| BEACH STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.7 |
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 NY.
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 NY
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
1170 MONTAUK HWY, West Islip, NY 11795
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist Diocesan High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WEST ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH BABYLON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby North Babylon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Babylon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Islip, see our West Islip schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIDGES ACADEMY (THE) West Islip | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WEST ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Islip | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| BEACH STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| PAUL J BELLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTH BAY JR ACADEMY OF SDA Babylon | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Babylon | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| MARION G VEDDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTH BABYLON HIGH SCHOOL North Babylon | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| PARLIAMENT PLACE SCHOOL North Babylon | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11795 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$171,068
Median Home Value
$598,800
Median Rent
$2,660/mo
Population
25,063
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
95.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 4.5 |
| MIDLAKES MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Clifton Springs, NY | 4.7 |
| MCQUAID JESUIT Rochester, NY | 4.4 |
| BROADALBIN-PERTH JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Broadalbin, NY | 4.8 |
| FRANKLIN UPPER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 4.3 |
| MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Baptist Diocesan High School
What grades does St John the Baptist Diocesan High School serve?
St John the Baptist Diocesan High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist Diocesan High School?
St John the Baptist Diocesan High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,118 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist Diocesan High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist Diocesan High School is 12.3:1. 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 Baptist Diocesan High School rank in NY?
St John the Baptist Diocesan High School ranks #934 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St John the Baptist Diocesan High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist Diocesan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Diocesan High School a private school?
Yes, St John the Baptist Diocesan High 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 Diocesan High School a religious school?
St John the Baptist Diocesan High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,118
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 91
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (631) 587-8000
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