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#168 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 29% of private schools

St John the Baptist Catholic School

Elementary School

333 E CHURCH ST, Jefferson, WI 53549

Private

Enrollment

86

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#168 of 571

In Jefferson

#1 of 2

public schools

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St John the Baptist Catholic School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Jefferson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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7.9/10

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About St John the Baptist Catholic School

St John the Baptist Catholic School is a private elementary school in Jefferson, WI. St John the Baptist Catholic School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 571 private schools in WI.

How it comparesOn par with WI schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 86 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 7.2:1 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

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How St John the Baptist Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in Jefferson, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
This School
vs
11.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
86
This School
vs
378
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 7% vs 0%
Black 4.7% vs 0%
St John the Baptist Catholic School Jefferson Public Avg

All Schools in Jefferson

School Rating
St John the Baptist Catholic School (this school) 7.0
East Elementary 7.9
Jefferson High 5.0
Jefferson Middle 7.0
West 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

Preliminary

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 WI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,078.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 86
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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)

White 80.2%
Two or More 8.1%
Hispanic 7.0%
Black 4.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

333 E CHURCH ST, Jefferson, WI 53549

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John the Baptist Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Atkinson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rockwell Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Atkinson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Atkinson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jefferson, see our Jefferson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson 0.1 mi 4.9
East Elementary Jefferson 0.2 mi 7.9
Jefferson High Jefferson 0.9 mi 5.0
Jefferson Middle Jefferson 1.1 mi 7.0
West Elementary Jefferson 1.1 mi 8.2
Johnson Creek Public School Johnson Creek 4.4 mi 6.9
Rockwell Elementary Fort Atkinson 5.2 mi 8.6
Fort Atkinson High Fort Atkinson 5.2 mi 5.3
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Atkinson 5.8 mi 6.5
CROWN OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Atkinson 5.6 mi 5.2
Barrie Elementary Fort Atkinson 5.7 mi 8.4
Fort Atkinson 4K Fort Atkinson 5.9 mi 3.2
Fort Atkinson Middle Fort Atkinson 6.0 mi 8.6
Purdy Elementary Fort Atkinson 6.3 mi 7.2
Luther Elementary Fort Atkinson 6.4 mi 9.1
ST PETERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Helenville 5.4 mi 4.8
FAITH COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Atkinson 7.5 mi 6.7
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Fort Atkinson 7.5 mi 8.5
Lake Mills High Lake Mills 7.0 mi 5.6
LAKESIDE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Lake Mills 7.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,058

Median Home Value

$247,200

Median Rent

$1,035/mo

Population

9,901

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

46.2

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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 86 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 7.2:1. 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 #168 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 7.0 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
86
Gender Split
70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Jefferson County

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