St. John the Evangelist School exists to help foster the traditions of Catholic education, create a Christ-centered community, and nurtures the Christian values of mercy and compassion. "Reaching the Challenges through Catholic Education".
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. John The Evangelist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1874
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
248 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
It is the policy of St. John's not to deny a Catholic education to families who want to send their children to the school and cannot afford the full tuition. Tuition assistance is granted solely on the basis of need. (funds are limited)
Admissions Director
Sr. Isabel Garza, F.M.A.
Admissions Associate
Jeanne Blake
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Chess Club, Choir, CYSL Sports, Gulf Coast Arts Festival Participation, Liturgy Club, Poetry Contests, Reading Counts, Scouting, Sierra Club Essay Contest, Spelling Contests, Student Council, Walking/Running Club
School Notes
- Located just outside Pensacola Naval Air Station-Home of the Blue Angels!
- Before and After school care is available for a fee.
- Band I is now offered during the school day.
- Liturgy Club
- CYSL sports
- Walk/Run Club
- ITBS testing
- New SuccessMaker program to enhance educational learning at childs own pace in reading and Math.
- Accelered Reader Program.
- Grant Brochure available in both English and Espanol.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John The Evangelist School cost?
St. John The Evangelist School's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
What sports does St. John The Evangelist School offer?
St. John The Evangelist School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. John The Evangelist School's ranking?
St. John The Evangelist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Least expensive tuition, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John The Evangelist School?
The application deadline for St. John The Evangelist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
Since enrolling our children into this school, we have always been helped from day one. We were always greeted at drop-off and carline. The staff is very communicative when it comes to our children's academics and their health, and safety. The parish is always a big help too when it came down to our children's school tuition. Without their grant, it would have cost us more. I am glad this school is always there for us and for other families as well.
5 12/8/2017
This school treats everyone like family. The staff here is amazing and the whole school has so much energy. Even though this school is small, they never lack spirit.
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