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#53 of 77 private schools in UT

St John's Community Child Development Center

School

475 E HERBERT AVE, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on UT statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Salt Lake City

#17 of 24

public schools

Utah schools

#10 of 16

About St John's Community Child Development Center

St. John's Community Child Development Center serves 32 preschool students in Salt Lake City with a focused early childhood education program. This regular public school offers prekindergarten instruction with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.9 to 1, supported by 2 full-time equivalent teachers who can provide individualized attention to young learners.

The school has earned a strong 9.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, reflecting its quality programming for early learners, though it ranks #66 out of 77 schools statewide. As a prekindergarten-only facility, the center focuses specifically on preparing children for their educational journey ahead through developmentally appropriate curriculum and small class sizes. Located on Herbert Avenue, the school serves families in the 84111 zip code area, where nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an education-minded community environment.

The neighborhood has a median household income of $51,624 and median home values around $375,000, representing a diverse economic mix with both working families and college-educated professionals. St. John's Community Child Development Center operates within Salt Lake City's mid-size urban setting, providing early childhood education in a community that values educational achievement and offers young families a supportive environment for their children's first formal learning experiences.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 32 students, St John's Community Child Development Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, St John's Community Child Development Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$121,375
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$192,086
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.58x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
99%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$6.2M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 32 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St John's Community Child Development Center compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Salt Lake City, UT

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
This School
vs
19.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
376
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 46.9% vs 0%
Asian 12.5% vs 0%
Black 6.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
St John's Community Child Development Center Salt Lake City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
St John's Community Child Development Center (this school) 5.8
Liberty School 5.2
Whittier School 7.5
M. Lynn Bennion School 3.7
Open Classroom 7.2
Riley School 4.0
Headstart Preschool Special Education
Woodrow Wilson School 6.4
Washington School 7.2
Parkview School 4.5
Nibley Park School 8.9
Ensign School 7.9
Franklin School 4.2
Mary W. Jackson School 3.6
Dilworth School 8.8
Dual Immersion Academy 7.6
Mountain View School 6.3
Olene Walker Elementary 5.6
Beacon Heights School 6.5
Indian Hills School 9.7
Edison School 7.1

Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Salt Lake City

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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 UT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 10 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 2,400
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 69%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 32
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in UT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 46.9%
Two or More 21.9%
Asian 12.5%
Black 6.2%
Pacific Islander 6.2%
Hispanic 3.1%
Native American 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

475 E HERBERT AVE, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John's Community Child Development Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. ROWLAND HALL (rated 5.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Utah Connections Academy (rated 3.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Liberty School Salt Lake City 0.3 mi 5.2
Salt Lake Arts Academy Salt Lake City 0.5 mi 6.0
Hawthorne School Salt Lake City 0.9 mi 5.6
Whittier School Salt Lake City 0.9 mi 7.5
ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City 0.8 mi 5.1
Innovations High School Salt Lake City 1.0 mi 3.3
Horizonte Instruction & Training Center Salt Lake City 0.8 mi 7.8
LOLIE ECCLES EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Salt Lake City 1.1 mi
M. Lynn Bennion School Salt Lake City 1.0 mi 3.7
Emerson School Salt Lake City 0.9 mi 5.6
OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.0 mi 7.4
JUDGE MEMORIAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.0 mi 5.9
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Salt Lake City 1.0 mi
City Academy Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 5.1
Utah Connections Academy Salt Lake City 1.4 mi 3.0
MISS BILLIES KIDS KAMPUS Salt Lake City 1.1 mi
KEARNS-SAINT ANN SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 7.9
East High Salt Lake City 1.2 mi 7.6
Salt Lake Center for Science Education Bryant Salt Lake City 1.6 mi 7.3
THE MCGILLIS SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,188

Median Home Value

$423,000

Median Rent

$1,294/mo

Population

12,446

College Educated

54.5%

Homeownership

23.9%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

19.9%

Median Age

32.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding St John's Community Child Development Center has a median household income of $57,188. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $423,000, with a median rent of $1,294/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.9%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
THE CHIRON ACADEMY Salt Lake City, UT 6.2
WASATCH CANYONS ACADEMY AT PRIMARY CHILDRENS HOSP Salt Lake City, UT 6.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St John's Community Child Development Center

What grades does St John's Community Child Development Center serve?

St John's Community Child Development Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend St John's Community Child Development Center?

St John's Community Child Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St John's Community Child Development Center?

The student-teacher ratio at St John's Community Child Development Center is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St John's Community Child Development Center rank in UT?

St John's Community Child Development Center is ranked #53 out of 77 private schools in UT.

What is St John's Community Child Development Center's MySchoolScout rating?

St John's Community Child Development Center has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St John's Community Child Development Center a private school?

Yes, St John's Community Child Development Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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's Community Child Development Center a religious school?

No, St John's Community Child Development Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (6,086/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Salt Lake City). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
10 hours
Days Per Year
240 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
SALT LAKE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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