St. John LaLande is a Catholic elementary school located in eastern Jackson County providing a faith based education for students in PreSchool through 8th grade.
Current enrollment includes approximately 200 students. Approximately 40% of our 7th graders identify for the Duke Talent Identification Program. All are fully prepared for high school.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,930
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
210 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
This is the parishioner rate. Students must be registered in a Catholic parish in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph.
Admissions Associate
Lisa Hamilton
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book Club, Chess Club, Robotics Club, Young Rembrandts Art, Youth Ministry
Arts and Music Programs:
Joyful Noise
Book Club, Chess Club, Robotics Club, Young Rembrandts Art, Youth Ministry
Arts and Music Programs:
Joyful Noise
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John Lalande School cost?
St. John Lalande School's tuition is approximately $4,930 for private students.
What sports does St. John Lalande School offer?
St. John Lalande School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. John Lalande School?
The application deadline for St. John Lalande School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/14/2022
Wonderful school with wonderful teachers.
5 4/12/2013
Wonderful teachers, staff and administration. Students are challenged and leave St. John LaLande well prepared for high school. Caring atmosphere and great parent involvement.
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