St. John the Baptist School is a Pre-School through 8th grade Catholic school of 200 students.
We proudly provide a faith-filled education for our boys and girls by studying the Catholic faith as well as other faiths that impact our students.
All grade levels work on service projects for the school, the community and our world.
Our students are academically prepared for high school and love to learn.St. John the Baptist School is fully accredited through the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA) and Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).Our students are actively involved with student leadership, sports, drama, music, technology projects and spirit events throughout the year.We have an involved community of parents who volunteer in many different activities around the school and through fundraising. The Parent Teacher Group and School Board are the two advisory boards that support the administration and the school.We welcome you to visit our campus or website and hope you enjoy all that the St. John the Baptist School community has to offer.Peace and Blessings.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,500
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John The Baptist ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1956
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,500
Tuition Notes
1 Student
$10,5002 Students
$18,500
3 Students
$23,650
4 Students
$27,650
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John The Baptist cost?
St. John The Baptist's tuition is approximately $10,500 for private students.
What sports does St. John The Baptist offer?
St. John The Baptist offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. John The Baptist's ranking?
St. John The Baptist ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John The Baptist?
The application deadline for St. John The Baptist is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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