St. John School

St. John School in Old Saybrook, CT, serves 132 udents in grades PK through 8 in a suburban community setting near Old Saybrook Center.
The coeducational Catholic school has a udent–teacher ratio of 13:1 with a total of 10 teachers on staff.
Enrollment includes a diversity representation of approximately 5% udents of color.
The school is affiliated with the American Association of Chriian Schools (AACS) and operates with a religious orientation.
John School offers elementary and middle school education within a suburban area of Old Saybrook.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 132 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
132 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Educating the Whole Child from Pre-K3 to Grade 8
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Deacon Brian Daley, Transitional Deacon, Ordained May 17, 2025
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from St. John School?
St. John School famous alumni include: Deacon Brian Daley, Transitional Deacon, Ordained May 17, 2025.
When is the application deadline for St. John School?
The application deadline for St. John School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. John School located?
St. John School is located in the Old Saybrook Center neighborhood of Old Saybrook, CT.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
The search for the perfect school for my children ended when we toured St. John School. There was a feeling at this school, that you couldn't name, but you could feel it. It felt like coming home to us. The love for education and the traditions of the Catholic Church are very obviously present here. Here, the basic truth of our soul's natural love and desire for God and to know Him better is fostered. This was not only lacking in my children's public school system, instead often discouraged. The difference in my children was apparent the first month they attended the school at St. John School for the first time this past fall. They went from looking overtired at the end of a loud public school day, to coming out of school with smiles and excitement to tell me all about their day. When I asked my older daughter what the difference was for her, she told me: "Mom, it's so fun, but also, all of the kids pay attention, listen to the teacher, and it's quiet. I can learn more".
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5  
I attended St John's 6th(1998) through 8th(2001) grade and value the education and values instilled during that time. If I had children, I would hope it is the same so that I could send them there for their education.
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5  
St. John School is absolutely incredible. I attended the school from Pre-K 3 to 8th grade, and my time was full of education, faith, and joy. St. John shaped my morality, my belief and trust in God, and ultimately prepared me for the private, Catholic preparatory high school that I attended. St. John School truly taught me to be kind and view others through God's eyes. My family and I are so thrilled with the school that we sent my sister there when she turned three (she is now in second grade) and we continue to volunteer as much as we possibly can.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 132 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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