St. John the Evangelist Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IN School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 466 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,800
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: May. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Education Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. John the Evangelist Catholic School
Pre-K	67
Kind	46
1	50
2	44
3	52
4	38
5	48
6	37
7	49
8	35

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Year Founded

1846

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Student Body

Total Students

466 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 26%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

23 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

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Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

May. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,800

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Tuition Notes

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Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Angie Buchanan

Admissions Associate

Jackie Tuley

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$50 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

BoyGeography

Girl

Club or Organization:

AcademicArt

ChessMath

RoboticsSpanish

SpellStudent

Arts and Music Programs:

BandDrama

School Notes

Jesus Christ is the foundation of our Catholic grade school, therefore, St. John the Evangelist School, in partnership with family and parish is committed to enhancing the dignity of each individual; developing moral values; nurturing emotional and social skills; and fostering academic excellence for every child within a faith-filled environment.
St. John the Evangelist School believes that childhood is the most critical period for the development of attitudes, habits, capabilities, and skills, and that the curriculum encompasses all that a child experiences in his life at school. The pastor, principal, staff, teachers, parents, and other community members lay the foundation for a love of learning, a desire to grow in charity, and the critical thinking skills needed to be a truly educated person.

Spiritual Development
Academic Excellence
AdvancedTechnology
A Safe, Supportive, Community Atmosphere
Fine Arts & Enrichment Programs for All Students

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John the Evangelist Catholic School cost?

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,800 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. John the Evangelist Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. John the Evangelist Catholic School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What sports does St. John the Evangelist Catholic School offer?

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. John the Evangelist Catholic School's ranking?

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for St. John the Evangelist Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. John the Evangelist Catholic School is May. 1.

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The average private school tuition in Lake County, IN is $7,322 for elementary schools and $7,507 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Lake County, IN is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).