Very Good
#137 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 24% of private schools
St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School
114 E 3RD ST, Waunakee, WI 53597
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#137 of 571
In Waunakee
#2 of 2
public schools
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St John the Baptist Catholic School
Elementary School in Waunakee · grades Kindergarten – 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 Waunakee, WI. St John the Baptist Catholic School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, St John the Baptist Catholic 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, St John the Baptist Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 5 public schools serving similar grades in Waunakee, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Catholic School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Waunakee Heritage Elementary | 8.8 |
| Waunakee Middle | 8.1 |
| Waunakee Prairie Elementary | 8.0 |
| Waunakee Intermediate | 9.0 |
| Arboretum Elementary | 8.2 |
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 WI.
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 WI
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
114 E 3RD ST, Waunakee, WI 53597
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waunakee Heritage Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northside Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Middleton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arboretum Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waunakee, see our Waunakee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waunakee Heritage Elementary Waunakee | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Waunakee High Waunakee | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Waunakee Middle Waunakee | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Waunakee Prairie Elementary Waunakee | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Waunakee Community 4K School Waunakee | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Waunakee Intermediate Waunakee | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Arboretum Elementary Waunakee | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MADISON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Waunakee | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Mendota Mental Health Institution Madison | 4.6 mi | — |
| BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dane | 4.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Lindbergh Elementary Madison | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Mendota Elementary Madison | 5.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Northside Elementary Middleton | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Black Hawk Middle Madison | 5.1 mi | 4.3 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Middleton | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Gompers Elementary Madison | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Kromrey Middle Middleton | 6.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Sauk Trail Elementary Middleton | 6.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Middleton | 5.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District 4K Middleton | 6.6 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53597 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,542
Median Home Value
$462,900
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
20,671
College Educated
57.5%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACE Alliance Charter Elementary Neenah, WI | 7.2 |
| Athens Elementary Athens, WI | 7.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 7.2 |
| Barlow Park Charter School Ripon, WI | 7.2 |
| Brookwood Elementary Genoa City, WI | 7.2 |
| Florence Elementary Florence, WI | 7.2 |
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 Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist Catholic School?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 171 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 9.7:1. 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 Catholic School rank in WI?
St John the Baptist Catholic School ranks #137 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is St John the Baptist Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 849-5325
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