St. John Vianney Regional School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025)

210 North 18th Street
Allentown, PA 18104

St. John Vianney Regional School offers quality, faith-based curriculum of traditional core subjects enriched by a broad range of specialty areas.

Our teachers are skilled in knowing what to teach in a subject, how to teach it and when to teach it.

St. John Vianney educators instill a love of learning while encouraging each student to reach his or her academic potential.

St. John Vianney students will acquire not only the essential skills they need for future success, but also the independence of thought and creativity necessary to be life-long learners leading Christian lives.

Quick Stats (2025)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 330 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,952
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Title 1, ACT 89, Speech Therapy

Year Founded

2010

School Calendar

View School Calendar

First Day of School

Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students

330 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

63%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

St. John Vianney Regional School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Khaki pants, polo, plaid jumpers, dress shirt, tie

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$2,952

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Tuition Notes

Tuition based on parish membership at St. Francis, St. Paul and Cathedral Churches. Non-Catholics welcome!

Admissions Director

Amy Santos

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryFootball

SoccerVolleyball

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

24 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

8th Grade PlayAltar Servers

ArtBack to School BBQ

Bring Someone Special to LunchChess Club

Daddy Daughter DanceDeclamation Contest

Diocesan Spelling BeeDisciples of the Month

Dogtag Program (Do One Good Thing & Generously!)Family Free Movie Nights

German ClubMathCounts

National History DayPrayer Partners

Rosary ClubSafety Patrol

SJV GazetteStudent Band

Student CouncilVianney Voices Student Choir

Writing & Science CompetitionsYearbook Committee

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School Notes

School Mascot: Bulldog

Academics

Curriculum based on Diocesan guidelines that exceed set state requirements.
Intellectually stimulating Early Childhood programs.
Full day Kindergarten that provides a headstart on reading, mathematics and writing skills.
Title 1 Remedial Support, Resource Room, Speech Therapy, Guidance Counselor and ACT 89.
Specialty subjects for K-8: Art and Music Appreciation, Physical Education, Second Language Skills, Library Studies and Technology Instruction.

Spirituality

Daily religious instruction and prayer.
Emphasis on Catholic values, traditions and devotions.
Weekly participation in school Masses with student participation.
Sacramental opportunities.
Mission and service projects.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John Vianney Regional School cost?

St. John Vianney Regional School's tuition is approximately $2,952 for private students.

What sports does St. John Vianney Regional School offer?

St. John Vianney Regional School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Volleyball and Wrestling.

What is St. John Vianney Regional School's ranking?

St. John Vianney Regional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for St. John Vianney Regional School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. John Vianney Regional School located?

St. John Vianney Regional School is located in the West Park neighborhood of Allentown, PA.

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