St. John School is committed to providing challenging, comprehensive, and relevant learning opportunities grounded in an outcome-based curriculum permeated by a Catholic world view. .
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,026
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 10 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
reading and math related differences
Year Founded
1923
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
531 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform for grades K-8. See web page for details.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 10 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rate listed is for parish families. Out of parish families pay $10,701
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jonna Skokan
Endowment Size
$1.1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Boy Scouts Of AmericaChess Club
Coding with KidsDebate Club
Girl Scouts of AmericaLego Engineering
Lego RoboticsMath Olympiad
Robotics TeamScience Club
Speech TeamWomen Advancing Tomorrow's Technologists
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBand
Children's ChoirMiddle School Drama Club
Schola Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls on the Run
School Notes
- Our students are immersed in an environment fostering a life-long love of learning through excellent religious, academic, and co-curricular activities.
- Modified Montessori preschool available for 3 to 5 year olds
- Year round extended care available for 3 years old through grade five
- Physical education, music, library, art, and Spanish for all grades
- Full time reading and math specialists for grades K-8
- Accelerated math option for middle school
- Assistants in grades K - third
- Two classes per grade
- Extracurriuclars include sports, robotics, science, art, chess, drama, and more.
- Families of all faiths are welcome
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John School cost?
St. John School's tuition is approximately $8,026 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John School?
The acceptance rate of St. John School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. St. John School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.
What sports does St. John School offer?
St. John School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. John School's ranking?
St. John School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John School?
The application deadline for St. John School is Feb. 10 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 10 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. John School located?
St. John School is located in the Northwest Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 10 other private schools located in Northwest Seattle.
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5816 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 782-4363
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 782-4363
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 231 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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