St. John The Baptist Catholic School
Tel:
(707)433-2758
- Challenging the Intellect, Nourishing the Spirit for over 60 years - Saint John the Baptist Catholic School in Healdsburg is dedicated to continuing the work of Christ while providing each individual with the opportunity to achieve academic excellence and make a positive contribution in the world.
- The Catholic Church, through the ministry of the Catholic School, teaches Gospel values. Children of all faiths who appreciate the morals, principles, and ideals of a Catholic education have opportunities to experience care and concern for themselves, classmates, family, and local/global communities.
- The needs of the whole child are addressed through a Catholic education using a variety of strategies that develop the spiritual, academic, cultural, social, emotional, physical, and artistic facets of each individual.
- The school, partnered with the parents, supports each child in the process of growing, while developing an appreciation for life-long learning and service to the local and global community.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 225 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,760
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
St. John The Baptist Catholic School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia |
| Year Founded | 1950 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 225 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 4% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 13 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 17:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 15% |
| Average Class Size | 23 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Uniforms) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $6,760 |
| Tuition Notes | Financial Aid available |
| % on Financial Aid | 22% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,900 |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Anne Seppi |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 3 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Track and Field, VolleyballBasketball, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 5 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess Club Arts and Music Programs: Art, Music, Musical Theatre Recreational Athletic Programs: Physical Education |
School Notes
Why Choose SJS
High-Achieving Students
- 100% of recent graduates receive honors their first semester at Cardinal Newman High School.
- Advanced student scores on standardized testing.
- 90% student participation in extracurricular activities such as band, theater productions, chess and athletics.
On-Campus Technology and Resources
- Laptop computers in upper grades, IPads to be introduced early 2014.
- Interactive SMART boards in every classroom including Music.
- Superior on-campus library and gymnasium.
Supportive Teachers
- Small class size with teacher assistants at every grade level to ensure low student to teacher ratio.
- Two teacher assistants in grades Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten for even smaller ratio.
- Full-time counselor to provide best opportunities for every child to find success.
- Full-time resource specialist to accommodate all levels of learning.
- Affordable before and after school child care with the option of tutorial programs and study hall.
Arts and Athletic Opportunities
- Foreign language, art, music, technology and physical education as part of core curriculum.
- Competitive athletic program.
Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school to St. John The Baptist Catholic School is Rio Lindo Adventist Academy (2.0 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is The Healdsburg School (0.5 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Healdsburg Montessori School (0.5 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- HealdsburgHealdsburg Montessori SchoolDaycare / PreschoolGrades: NS-PK | 43 students
0.5 miles
500 Grove Street
Healdsburg, CA 95448
(707)431-1727 0.5 NS-PK
43 - Healdsburg Grades: K-8 | 191 students
0.5 miles
33 H Healdsburg Avenue
Healdsburg, CA 95448
(707)433-4847 0.5 K-8
191 - Healdsburg Grades: 9-12 | 179 students
2 miles
3200 Rio Lindo Ave
Healdsburg, CA 95448
(707)431-5100 2 9-12
179 - WindsorWindsor Christian Academy(Baptist)Grades: PK-8 | 269 students
4.1 miles
10285 Starr Rd.
Windsor, CA 95492
(707)838-3757 4.1 PK-8
269 - Santa Rosa Grades: PK-8 | 287 students
7.7 miles
4400 Day School Place
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707)284-3200 7.7 PK-8
287
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