Very Good
#13 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 7% of private schools
St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School
10956 SE 25TH AVE, Milwaukie, OR 97222
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#13 of 186
In Milwaukie
#1 of 3
public schools
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St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School in Milwaukie · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John the Baptist Catholic School
St John the Baptist Catholic School is a private elementary school in Milwaukie, OR. St John the Baptist Catholic School serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St John the Baptist Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukie, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Catholic School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Rowe Middle School | 5.1 |
| Ardenwald Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Oak Grove Elementary | 5.6 |
| Lewelling Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Sojourner School | 7.9 |
| Linwood Elementary School | 3.0 |
| View Acres Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Whitcomb Elementary School | 2.4 |
| Alder Creek Middle School | 4.1 |
| Riverside Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Bilquist Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Candy Lane Elementary School | 3.4 |
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 OR.
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 OR
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
10956 SE 25TH AVE, Milwaukie, OR 97222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverdale Grade School (rated 9.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Llewellyn Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Duniway Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milwaukie, see our Milwaukie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School Milwaukie | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Milwaukie High School Milwaukie | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Milwaukie Academy of the Arts Milwaukie | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| PORTLAND WALDORF SCHOOL Milwaukie | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Rowe Middle School Milwaukie | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Ardenwald Elementary School Milwaukie | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Milwaukie | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Riverdale Grade School Portland | 1.0 mi | 9.7 |
| Sellwood Middle School Portland | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Duniway Elementary School Portland | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| New Urban High School Milwaukie | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Portland | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Lewelling Elementary School Milwaukie | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| View Acres Elementary School Milwaukie | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Lewis Elementary School Portland | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Linwood Elementary School Milwaukie | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Sojourner School Milwaukie | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Llewellyn Elementary School Portland | 2.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Riverside Elementary School Milwaukie | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,441
Median Home Value
$465,100
Median Rent
$1,592/mo
Population
36,643
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest Grove Community School Forest Grove, OR | 7.9 |
| Sojourner School Milwaukie, OR | 7.9 |
| Dundee Elementary School Dundee, OR | 8.0 |
| Joan Austin Elementary School Newberg, OR | 8.0 |
| Luckiamute Valley Charter School Dallas, OR | 8.0 |
| The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science Portland, OR | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Baptist Catholic School
What grades does St John the Baptist Catholic School serve?
St John the Baptist Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist Catholic School?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist Catholic School is 10.6:1. 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 Catholic School rank in OR?
St John the Baptist Catholic School ranks #13 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is St John the Baptist Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St John the Baptist Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 214
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clackamas County
- Phone
- (503) 654-0200
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