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St. John School

9 Ledyard St
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Saint John School offers a program deeply rooted in Catholic tradition with an emphasis on academic excellence, faith development and community to children from preschool through grade six.
As educators, we are devoted to the intellectual, physical, emotional, social and spiritual growth of each of our students.
Before and after-school programs available for students pre-kindergarten through grade 6 including activity and sports clubs, foreign language and STEM related enrichment courses.
Early childhood offers a flexible morning drop-off and separate classes for Art, Music and Technology.  Financial aid available based on need.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1965

Student Body

Total Students
238 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
St. John School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
86%
Average Class Size
19 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms navy pants and polo shirts for boys and plaid jumpers and white shirts for girls

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$500 Registration Fee all grades 3 day pre-school $5725 5 day pre-school $7650 Pre-K 5 day $7650 Extended day options available for PS & PK Kindergarten - Grade 6 Full Day $7350
% on Financial Aid
8%
Admissions Director
Judy Lewis
Admissions Associate
Danielle Doherty

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
After-School Course: Latin/Mandarin Language, Animal Explorers Club and American Girl Doll Club, Archery Club, ISEE Test Prep, Lego Robotics Club

Arts and Music Programs:
After-school Art, Chorus

Recreational Athletic Programs:
After-school Sports

School Notes

  • Celebrating 50 years of Catholic education with an emphasis on academic excellence, faith development and community.
  • Saint John School educates children from pre-school through grade six.
  • Saint John School enrolls 188 students pre-school through grade 6.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. John School offer?
St. John School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for St. John School?
The application deadline for St. John School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Last Day of School
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
September 02, 2025 (Tuesday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Norfolk County, MA is $27,761 for elementary schools and $35,194 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Norfolk County, MA is 64% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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