St. John Catholic School in Encinitas, CA serves co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade with an enrollment of 541 students.
Founded in 1957, this Catholic private school operates on a 2–acre suburban campus in the Encinitas community.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 24:1 with an average class size of 25 and a faculty of 23 teachers.
Annual tuition is $15,000, which is below the average private elementary school tuition of $21,608 in Encinitas.
John Catholic School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and represents approximately 10% udents of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. John Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
541 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Where our young people become the church of today and tomorrow.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John Catholic School cost?
St. John Catholic School's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.
What is St. John Catholic School's ranking?
St. John Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. John Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. John Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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