St. John's Catholic Prep (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MD School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 275 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,900
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 20 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. John's Catholic Prep ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. John's Catholic Prep
9	62
10	71
11	67
12	75

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild learn differences

Year Founded

1829

School Calendar

Campus Size

66 acres

Student Body

Total Students

275 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

28%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

67%

Average Class Size

13 students

Average SAT score

1180

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Fall/Spring Uniform and Winter Uniform

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 20 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,900

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% on Financial Aid

60%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$4,845

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Kelly Weeks

Admissions Associate

Nick Masucci

Endowment Size

$14 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter TrackWrestling

Colors

Green, Gold

School Mascot

Viking

School Notes

Educating in a joyful Catholic community of faith, hope and love, Saint John's Catholic Preparatory School prepares our students to be leaders with good hearts and discerning spirits as they pursue truth, academic excellence and service to humanity.

As a prestigious, independent Catholic, college preparatory school, Saint John's is dedicated to the development and eduation of the total student and sensitive to the needs of each student and a diverse society. Saint John's fosters a commitment to academic excellence, service, and leadership while inspirting lifelong learners.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Samantha Andrea Fangmeyer - Catholic Daughters of the Americas Award of Merit -
- Harrison James Brady - National Honor Society Scholarship Award -
- Makayla Shaye Ferrell - Balfour Service Award -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John's Catholic Prep cost?

St. John's Catholic Prep's tuition is approximately $16,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. John's Catholic Prep?

The acceptance rate of St. John's Catholic Prep is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from St. John's Catholic Prep?

St. John's Catholic Prep famous alumni include: Samantha Andrea Fangmeyer - Catholic Daughters of the Americas Award of Merit, Harrison James Brady - National Honor Society Scholarship Award and Makayla Shaye Ferrell - Balfour Service Award.

What sports does St. John's Catholic Prep offer?

St. John's Catholic Prep offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. John's Catholic Prep is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.

What is St. John's Catholic Prep's ranking?

St. John's Catholic Prep ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. John's Catholic Prep?

The application deadline for St. John's Catholic Prep is Dec. 20 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 20 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Frederick County, MD is $12,308 for elementary schools and $15,840 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Frederick County, MD is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).