Saint John Catholic School
Tel:
(843)744-3901
- The heart of Saint John Catholic School is Christian Community.
- Our primary focus is the children under our care. Our commitment is to provide a safe, secure and caring environment where faith formation, gospel values and a strong academic foundation can flourish.
- In such an environment, we strive to guide each child to grow and develop to full potential.
- Daily prayer, service to others, self-discipline, a sense of social justice, personal responsibility and conflict resolution skills are vital components of our entire school program.
- Our school community recognizes and embraces the cultural, social, economic and religious differences that exist in our school and in the world.
- We strive to instill in each child an inherent self worth and respect for all people.
- The faculty and staff of Saint John Catholic School recognize the uniqueness of each child, acknowledging that children learn in different ways and at a different pace.
- Therefore, our curriculum includes a variety of learning levels and techniques, teaching basic skills as well as critical thinking and problem solving.
- We accept and support the needs of individual students and strive to meet these needs whenever possible.
- Our goal is to encourage every student to do their best to develop their God-given abilities in caring, supportive and non-competitive environment.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 49 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,750
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Type | Special Education School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Autism Spectrum/Gifted / ADD / ADHD / Others |
| Year Founded | 1949 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 49 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 15% State avg.: 13% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 6 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 8 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Khaki / SJCS Plaid with SJCS Logo Shirt) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,750 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition rates vary by status as active Catholic and number of children enrolled. Tuition assistance is available. |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 |
| Admissions Director | Karen Durand |
| Admissions Associate | Jeannette Dangerfield |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 1 extracurricular |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | LEGO League |
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