FAQ
Admissions FAQ
Q: When is the application deadline?
A: St. John’s provides rolling admissions; however, space is limited per grade, so to ensure proper consideration, applications should be received by January 1.
Q: What are the other important dates?
A: Admission decision notification is during January. New student contracts are due March 28. Applications received after January 1 will be accepted on a rolling admissions basis, as space is available.
Q: Can I tour the school?
A: We are eager and excited to show you our school with personal tours available most days of the week. To schedule your tour, please contact the Office of Admissions at 301-774-6804 or e-mail Lee Winter, Director of Admissions at lee.winter@stjes.org.
Q: Is before and aftercare available?
A: Yes, we have an Extended Day Program for all grades. The program is offered Monday-Friday for Pre-kindergarten - Grade 8, 7:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Q: How many “spots” does the school have available each year?
A: Each preschool classroom has a total of 15 spaces available each year. Kindergarten through 4th grade has a total of 18 spaces available each year per grade. Grades 5-8 have a total of 36 spaces available per grade each year. For specific grade level availability, please call the Office of Admissions at 301-774-6804 or e-mail Lee Winter, Director of Admissions, lee.winter@stjes.org.
Q: What is the student-to-teacher ratio?
A. Our student-to-teacher ratio is 7:1.
Q: Where do your graduates go to high school?
A: Over the past several years, our graduates have been accepted at the following schools:
The Academy of the Holy Cross
Bullis School
Connelly School of the Holy Child
DeMatha Catholic High School
Georgetown Preparatory School
Glenelg Country School
Gonzaga College High School
Holton-Arms School
Landon School
McDonough School
Mercersburg Academy
Miss Porter’s School
National Cathedral School
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School
Sidwell Friends School
St. Albans School
St. Andrew’s Episcopal School
St. John’s College High School
Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart
If you have any additional questions, please contact:
Lee Winter
Director of Admissions
lee.winter@stjes.org
301-774-6804, ext. 160