First St. John Dayschool

First St. John Dayschool serves 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Education Association (ELEA).
The student:teacher of First St. John Dayschool is 99:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA).

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First St. John Dayschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

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School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1861
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
198 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
First St. John Dayschool Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is First St. John Dayschool's ranking?
First St. John Dayschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for First St. John Dayschool?
The application deadline for First St. John Dayschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is First St. John Dayschool located?
First St. John Dayschool is located in the Birmingham neighborhood of Toledo, OH.

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The average private school tuition in Toledo, OH is $12,660 for elementary schools and $13,580 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Toledo, OH is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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