Founded in 1874, Saint John the Baptist Catholic School has been educating children in faith and academics for 145 years. We look forward to continuing this tradition for years to come. Please contact us to set up a time to visit our school.
The Mission of Saint John the Baptist Catholic School is to empower our students to be faithful Catholics by nurturing and educating each individual to become compassionate leaders in an ever-changing global community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,500
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John The Baptist Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1874
Student Body
Total Students
167 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
17 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Students dress up for Mass each week.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Kindergarten – 6th Grade
Parishioner
1st Child: $3,500.00 2nd Child: $2,990.00
3rd Child: $1,730.00 4th Child: free
Non-Parishioner
Each Child: $7,000.00
7th – 8th Grade
Parishioner $4,000.00 Non-Parishioner $7,500.00
Preschool
2-day Parishioner $2,660.00 2-day Non-Parishioner $3,070.00
3-day Parishioner $3,300.00 3-day Non-Parishioner $4,250.00
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Only love creates. - St. Maximilian Kolbe
- As you consider your child`s education and future, we welcome you to visit Saint John the Baptist Catholic School to learn more about our Preschool and K-8 programs. We are proud to provide a strong foundation for your child, both spiritually and academically. Your child will be part of a faith-based academic curriculum that is focused on establishing a strong scholastic foundation embedded with Catholic values.
- Small class sizes allow us to get to know each of our students. Our licensed teachers focus on differentiation in the classroom to meet each child`s needs. We have a full-time resource teacher and instructional assistants who provide extra support to our teachers and students.
- The primary purpose of a Catholic education is not to prepare children for "what" they become, but to help them become "who" God calls them to be. Saint John the Baptist Catholic School is a place where faith and knowledge meet.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John The Baptist Catholic School cost?
St. John The Baptist Catholic School's tuition is approximately $3,500 for private students.
What sports does St. John The Baptist Catholic School offer?
St. John The Baptist Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
What is St. John The Baptist Catholic School's ranking?
St. John The Baptist Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John The Baptist Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. John The Baptist Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. John The Baptist Catholic School is Madison Country Day School (3.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Waunakee KinderCare (1.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Waunakee KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
1100 Connery Cove
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-7298
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-7298
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
5606 River Road
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 850-6000
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 391 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Blessed Trinity Catholic School
(Catholic)
109 S Military Rd
Dane, WI 53529
(608) 592-5711
Dane, WI 53529
(608) 592-5711
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 67 students
Countryside Montessori Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
721 Northport Drive
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-5437
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 244-5437
5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 58 students Tuition listed
St. Peter Catholic School ![St. Peter Catholic School Photo - Fifth Grade students learn about Project Based Learning through their Fifth Grade Genius Service Project.]( "St. Peter Catholic School Photo - Fifth Grade students learn about Project Based Learning through their Fifth Grade Genius Service Project.")
(Catholic)
7129 County Road K
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 831-4846
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 831-4846
5.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School Reviews
5 2/29/2020
St. John`s School is great! The staff are amazing and we love that God is present in all facets of school life!
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