Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. John Of The Cross School
About the School
- St. John Of The Cross School in Lemon Grove, CA, serves 291 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community.
- The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 21:1 with 14 full–time teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary Catholic education program.
- With 89.6% of udents identifying as students of color, the school ranks among the top 20% of California private schools for diversity.
- John Of The Cross School is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association and offers a Catholic–oriented curriculum in the Los Angeles suburban area.
- Enrollment size and diversity contribute to its ranking among California private schools with one of the large student bodies in the region.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. John Of The Cross School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
291 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
90%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$9,120 per year
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. John Of The Cross School's ranking?
St. John Of The Cross School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. John Of The Cross School?
The application deadline for St. John Of The Cross School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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