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St. John Of God Elementary School (Closed 2008)

3 Desiderio Way
Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
St John Of God Elementary School is a Catholic educational facility that seeks to develop the whole person.
We strive to recognize a child's abilities and uniqueness and help each one grown spiritually, intellectually and physically within a family atmosphere.
St. John of God School exists to educate students to their greatest potential both spiritually and academically, and to develop in them a commitment to God, the Parish community, and the welfare of all people.
In order to schieve these goals, the administration and faculty of St.
John of God School strive to prepare fully informed Catholics Christians, who in the following and love of Jesus Christ and the Gospel, apply the laws of God as a guide to a well-ordered life.
The faculty is committed to utilizing advances in educational methods without abandoning proven traditional approaches.
Students are provided an orderly, disciplined learning environment that encourages creative thought and promotes serious academic achievement.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9

Student Body

Total Students
155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • St John Of God Elementary School is a Catholic educational facility that seeks to develop the whole person. We strive to recognize a child's abilities and uniqueness and help each one grown spiritually, intellectually and physically within a family atmosphere. St. John of God School exists to educate students to their greatest potential both spiritually and academically, and to develop in them a commitment to God, the Parish community, and the welfare of all people. In order to schieve these goals, the administration and faculty of St. John of God School strive to prepare fully informed Catholics Christians, who in the following and love of Jesus Christ and the Gospel, apply the laws of God as a guide to a well-ordered life. The faculty is committed to utilizing advances in educational methods without abandoning proven traditional approaches. Students are provided an orderly, disciplined learning environment that encourages creative thought and promotes serious academic achievement.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. John Of God Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. John Of God Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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