About Us
Every successful individual knows that his or her achievement depends on a community of persons working together.
Our Mission
We are a family oriented faith community called by God to foster the spiritual, academic, physical, social, and emotional abilities of our students who then actively lead by serving others.
Our Mission Prayer in student friendly words:
Loving God, help our St. John the Baptist School Family to pray, learn, be healthy. be kind, make good choices, and lovingly help others. Amen.
Philosophy
St. John the Baptist Catholic School combines old-school values with 21st century tools to create leaders who are confident, compassionate, and connected in faith. We value the diverse needs of each student. As facilitators of learning, faculty and staff assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children.
Where you can find us
10956 SE 25th
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Driving Times:
- Milwaukie, Oregon distance – 5 miles, 2 minutes
- West Linn, Oregon distance – 7.3 miles, 14 minutes
- Clackamas, Oregon distance – 4.8 miles, 9 minutes
- Oregon City, Oregon distance – 6.9 miles, 15 minutes
- Happy Valley, Oregon distance – 6.5 miles, 17 minutes
- Downtown Portland, Oregon distance – 7 miles, 14 minutes
Phone:
(503) 654-0200
Accreditation and Recognition: St. John the Baptist Catholic School is fully accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association. St. John the Baptist is recognized as an Apple Distinguished School 2013-2015 for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence.
Description: Co-educational Catholic school
Average Class Size: 22
Number of Teachers: 20
Number of Teachers with Graduate Degrees: 95%
Campus: 5+ acres
Demographics: The majority of the student population comes from Milwaukie. We also have students coming from Gladstone, Oregon City, Portland, West Linn, Clackamas, and Happy Valley – to name just a few.
Year of Founding: 1919
Grades: Preschool through 8th Grade
Number of Students: 226 students in preschool through 8th grade.
What is the student teacher ratio SJB: approximately 13:1
What kind of transportation is available to the students: The majority of parents or guardians provide their own transportation for their student(s).
Hours: 8:15 am to 3:15 pm | Lunch: 11:30 to 1:00pm (hot lunch daily)
Before and After School Care: Yes. Before School Care begins at 6:30 a.m. and After School Care operates from 3:15 to 6:00 p.m.
Preschool: full day and half day options
Does St. John the Baptist Catholic School offer tuition assistance? Yes. Click HERE to learn more.
Athletics: basketball, flag football, tackle football, swimming, track, and volleyball
Middle School Electives: Art, music, drama, speech
After School Activities: CYO Athletics, Tutoring
