St. John Primary / St. Theresa Middle, one school, two campuses, educating pre-K through eighth grade, focuses on integrating values of the Catholic faith with a high quality education. The faculty and staff are committed to the religious and academic education of each child to his or her full potential.St. John Primary / St. Theresa Middle offers a strong core curriculum enhanced by enrichment classes including music, art, physical education, and computer.
Advanced placement in math and English is available for seventh and eighth grade students.
The 6th-8th grade students participate in a 1:1 laptop program. PK-5th grade classes are equipped with sets of iPads for student use.
Students at both schools strive for spiritual growth through weekly mass participation, service projects, retreats, and community prayer.
Our goal is to guide each child in experiencing instruction that promotes acceptance, tolerance, love, individuality, inquiry and success.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,334
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
403 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Pre-K & K tuition is $4,972. Pre-K, K and 1st grade classes also have a teacher aide.
Admissions Director
Johnnie W. Balfantz
Admissions Associate
Tracie Waguespack
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
After School Care
Club or Organization:
Before School Care, Computer Class/Lab, Running Club
Arts and Music Programs:
After School Art Classes, Art Classes, Choir, Music Class
Club or Organization:
Before School Care, Computer Class/Lab, Running Club
Arts and Music Programs:
After School Art Classes, Art Classes, Choir, Music Class
School Notes
- Mission:
- Our mission atSt. John Primary and St. Theresa Middle is to serve one another through Catholic values as we strive for spiritual growth and academic excellence.
- Philosophy:
- We, the administration, faculty and staff ofSt. John Primary School andSt.Theresa Middle, are committed to the religious and academic education of each child to his or her full potential. We work in partnership with parents, the primary educators of their child, to guide each child through instruction that promotes acceptance, tolerance, love, individuality, inquiry and success. The child should assume responsibility for learning, understanding that education is a lifelong process. Our ultimate goal is to continue our faith in order to achieve eternal salvation. Our school community strives to live the gospel of Jesus Christ through worship and service.
- EA/EI Regional Catholic School Partnership:
- St.John Primary (SJP) andSt.TheresaMiddle (STA) are member schools of the East Ascension/East Iberville Regional Catholic School Partnership.Due to a growing demand for Catholic education in the Ascension area, a partnership among seven church parishes was formed. The Most Reverend Bishop Robert W. Muench of the Diocese of Baton Rouge promulgated this partnership in 2005.With the transfer of classes to the St. John campus, St. Theresa Early Learning Center was established, which later became St. John Primary. The Partnership now serves the following church parishes in the area includingSt.Anne,St. Anthony,Holy Rosary,St. Gabriel,St. John the Evangelist,St. Joseph,St. Mark, St.Stephen, andSt. Theresa of Avila.
- Admissions:
- The application process for both St. John Primary and St. Theresa Middle for the 2020-2021 school year is currently open. To learn more visit www.sjp-sta.org.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John Primary cost?
St. John Primary's tuition is approximately $4,334 for private students.
What schools are St. John Primary often compared to?
St. John Primary is often viewed alongside schools like Ascension Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. John Primary offer?
St. John Primary offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Intramural Sports Only and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for St. John Primary?
The application deadline for St. John Primary is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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