St. John the Baptist School in Harrison. Our community enjoys a deep history and tradition, providing a quality Catholic education to the students in the area.
I am happy to be associated with such a fine institution that offers an outstanding education for students in grades K-8, and I hope that you will find SJB to be a wonderful school for your children.
Our first and foremost goal is the faith formation of our students, which is reinforced with daily prayer and weekly mass for the school.
Our school adjoins St. John the Baptist Church, which has a rich history in the area and is blessed with many active and caring parishioners.
Of course, we pride ourselves in providing an excellent academic education as well, with our students consistently scoring in the top 25% of the Terra Nova standardized tests, which are given to students in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
SJB students perform at such a high level largely due to our rigorous curriculum, our highly-involved families, our supportive parish and our highly-qualified teaching staff; and our students go on to meet with real success in high school and beyond.
In our front lobby you will see our Wall of Fame, a list of students who have gone on to be valedictorians and successful students after completing their education here.
We value the accomplishments of our students and applaud them.
We also believe in developing the social conscience and community awareness of our students, and they are given lessons about how to care for each other, whether it be through their daily interactions or through formalized community service.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,500
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Application Deadline: Jan. 2
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John The Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1872
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
332 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Navy shorts or uniform pants and red or white polo shirts for boys; uniform plaid jumpers or skirts and red or white polo shirts for girls
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 2
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
3 Year Old Preschool $1300
4 Year Old Preschool $1,625
Half Day Kindergarten $2,415
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Monica Siemer, Administrative Assistant
Admissions Associate
Angie Land
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Student Council (Middle School)
School Notes
- Certificate of Baptism or demonstration of commitment to raise students in the catholic faith Birth Certificate to verify child meets age requirements of starting school If a child has an IEP or health concerns, a pre-admission meeting is required to ensure the child's unique needs may be addressed to both parties' satisfaction.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John The Baptist School cost?
St. John The Baptist School's tuition is approximately $3,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John The Baptist School?
The acceptance rate of St. John The Baptist School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does St. John The Baptist School offer?
St. John The Baptist School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball 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 Ohio for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John The Baptist School?
The application deadline for St. John The Baptist School is Jan. 2.
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