St. John Cantius School (Closed 2004)

St. John Cantius School in Brooklyn, NY, serves 197 udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a central city setting.
The Catholic co–ed school employs 12 teachers, maintaining a udent–teacher ratio of 16:1.
The school's enrollment represents 100% udents of color, reflecting the diversity of the Brooklyn community.
The school is located near several other PK–8 private schools in Brooklyn, enabling local families to consider multiple elementary and middle school options.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
197 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. John Cantius School?
The application deadline for St. John Cantius School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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