St. John The Baptist School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

St. John The Bapti School in Pittsburgh, PA, serves 278 students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1956, this co–educational Catholic school has a udent–teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 18.
Approximately 50% of udents receive financial aid, and the school maintains a 99% acceptance rate with rolling admissions.
The faculty includes 35% with advanced degrees, supporting a regular elementary and secondary curriculum in the Unity neighborhood.
John The Bapti School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and follows a formal dress code policy.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 278 students
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. John The Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. John The Baptist School
Nursery	80
Kind	9
1	14
2	12
3	14
4	13
5	16
6	14
7	15
8	14
Ungraded	77

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Learning based/ Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1956

Student Body

Total Students

278 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

35%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

% on Financial Aid

50%

Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

CheeringCross Country

FootballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Kids of Steel Marathon

Arts and Music Programs:

Cantor/Choir/Bells

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St. John The Baptist School is often viewed alongside schools like Divine Mercy Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. John The Baptist School?

The acceptance rate of St. John The Baptist School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does St. John The Baptist School offer?

St. John The Baptist School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. John The Baptist School's ranking?

St. John The Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. John The Baptist School?

The application deadline for St. John The Baptist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. John The Baptist School located?

St. John The Baptist School is located in the Unity neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,280 for elementary schools and $18,184 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pittsburgh, PA is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).