St. John The Bapti School in Bancroft, IA, serves 38 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a rural community setting.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 8:1 with a faculty of 5 teachers supporting its co–educational elementary program.
Affiliated with the Catholic Church and a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), the school offers faith–based education.
udent diversity includes 4.55% students of color, reflecting demographic representation within the local area.
The school provides Catholic elementary education with enrollment smaller than nearby schools serving similar grade spans.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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).
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