St. John the Baptist School

My kids love their school. It is a warm and loving environment. The low teacher - student ratio allows for a lot of individualized attention. It is a school where a parent can be as involved as they want to be. The main subjects reading, math and science are given priority. Art and music programs do not get the emphasis that they might get in other schools. They offer Spanish twice a week.
--Submitted by a parent

St. Johns is a fantastic school! Children are given individualized attention because it is a small school The children are well prepared for high school once they graduate. It isn't just the above grade NWEA test scores, but the student performance is a testimonial to the school's strong academics. Every single 2010 graduate made their High schools' (public and private) honor roll. The last parent survey showed that 94% of the parents are very satisfied with the school. Yes, there is an occasional parent who is not satisfied with something, but you find that everywhere. I definitely recommend this school if you want the best for your child. Our children have thrived here.
--Submitted by a parent

We do not recommend this school for many reasons. They have frequent issues, it is not what it used to be! Most of the objective comments have been removed, but there is a reason it is small and struggling.
--Submitted by a parent

hi why was my positive post just removed? I saw it and then it disappeared!
--Submitted by a parent

Why have all of the "negative" comments been removed here? A few parents have been on a campaign for "good" reviews. This school is bare bones and lacks the resources one expects- even for basic services and programs. Teachers have doubled up on responsibilities, and do not even have time to update the homework on their websites, as an example. There are much better options in the area....DO YOUR HOMEWORK! Numbers have been declining for a reason.
--Submitted by a parent

St. John the Baptist has such a warm and caring environment thanks to the teachers. They challenge the kids to do their best and beyond. The small class sizes are perfect so no one is lost. The school has star boards in the class rooms and each middle school student has their own lap top. The students have High NWEA test scores and a majority of the graduates are on their high school's honor rolls. My oldest child graduated from St Johns and is doing very well in the advanced high school classes. My youngest is still at St. Johns and we are very pleased with her progress.
--Submitted by a parent

caution, for some reason all of the negative parent remarks have been removed from this site. There are a number of reasons one should do a lot of in depth digging here. Extremely low enrollment that continues to decline. No art program period! since other parents had posted here that there was no art program the school has a parent that has come into the school to do an art project. But really one art project by a parent over the past year does not make an art program. Research, dig deep.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a parent of 4 children who have attended St. Johns and have been a part of this amazing school for the past 14 years. Every year I am amazed at the dedicated teaching staff who always go over and beyond to reach out to all children. The smaller class sizes allow each child for individual attention as well as being able to be involved in sports, theater and talent shows. Three of my children have moved on to high school and were extremely well prepared after attending SJB. I would highly reccomend this school!
--Submitted by a parent

Wow, after reading the last two posts, its's hard to believe we go to the same school. My children are thriving at SJB. We came from another school where they were struggling. Not any more. The teachers are adaptive and innovative to each child's needs. My kids participate in sports afterschool, bring home art projects, and spanish may not be everyday, but my children are learning it and curious about the language outside of school. I love the environment and community. I agree that one should do their homework. I suggest you tour the school before writing it off.
--Submitted by a parent

St. John the Baptist School is an exceptional institution. The staff is top-notch and the technology is great. The learning atmosphere is wonderful! The student-to-teacher ratio is a huge advantage. Community service is a big part of St. Johns. Sports and extracurricular activities are fun. BTW ... there is a comment on this board that cannot be from a real parent of a St. Johns student (current or former). The notion that enrollment is declining and that the staff is overwhelmed is self-contradictory.
--Submitted by a parent