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#725 of 992 private schools in NY
St John the Baptist School
Elementary School
1085 ENGLEWOOD AVE # 1, Buffalo, NY 14223
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#725 of 992
In Buffalo
#15 of 17
public schools
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St John the Baptist School
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John the Baptist School
St John the Baptist School is a private elementary school in Buffalo, NY. St John the Baptist School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #725 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
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 66 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist School (this school) | 5.6 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| HERBERT HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 | 7.7 |
| PS 81 | 4.3 |
| TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| PS 65 ROOSEVELT ECC | 4.1 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL FOR APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES | 5.4 |
| PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED | 8.5 |
| PFC WILLIAM J GRABIARZ #79 | 4.2 |
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL | 3.1 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| WEST HERTEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC | 4.6 |
| HIGHGATE HEIGHTS | 5.9 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION | 5.9 |
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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 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
1085 ENGLEWOOD AVE # 1, Buffalo, NY 14223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL - ROOSEVELT SITE (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HERBERT HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| THOMAS A EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST ANDREWS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Kenmore | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| KENMORE EAST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tonawanda | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MOUNT ST. MARY ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 81 Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CARDINAL O'HARA HIGH SCHOOL Tonawanda | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL - ROOSEVELT SITE Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tonawanda | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,528
Median Home Value
$202,200
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
22,363
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
42.1
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| C R WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Windsor, NY | 5.6 |
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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 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School is 11.9:1. 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 NY?
St John the Baptist School ranks #725 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St John the Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 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
- 274
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 877-6401
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