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#557 of 873 private schools in PA
St John the Baptist School
Elementary School
315 N CONSTITUTION AVE, New Freedom, PA 17349
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#557 of 873
In New Freedom
#1 of 2
public schools
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St John the Baptist School
Elementary School in New Freedom · grades Pre-K – 6th. 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 New Freedom, PA. St John the Baptist School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #557 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 125 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.
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.
Schools in New Freedom
No public schools found in New Freedom for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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 PA.
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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 PA
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
315 N CONSTITUTION AVE, New Freedom, PA 17349
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fifth District Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Upperco), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seventh District Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Parkton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Norrisville Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby White Hall), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Freedom, see our New Freedom schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury El Sch Glen Rock | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SHREWSBURY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Freedom | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Southern MS Glen Rock | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Susquehannock HS Glen Rock | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Southern El Sch Glen Rock | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Friendship El Sch Glen Rock | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Seventh District Elementary Parkton | 4.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Prettyboy Elementary Freeland | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Stewartstown El Sch Stewartstown | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Loganville-Springfield El Sch York | 8.2 mi | 7.8 |
| N Hopewell-Winterstown El Sch Red Lion | 7.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Dallastown Area Intermediate Sch York | 9.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Hereford High Parkton | 10.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Dallastown Area SHS Dallastown | 10.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Dallastown Area MS Dallastown | 10.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Dallastown El Sch Dallastown | 11.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Norrisville Elementary White Hall | 8.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Manheim El Sch Glenville | 8.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Fifth District Elementary Upperco | 10.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Leaders Heights El Sch York | 11.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,401
Median Home Value
$346,300
Median Rent
$1,592/mo
Population
7,938
College Educated
42.5%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
47.3
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| Smedley Street Sch Oil City, PA | 6.1 |
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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 6th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist School?
St John the Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School is 13.7:1. 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 PA?
St John the Baptist School ranks #557 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St John the Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (717) 235-3525
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