Since 1820, St. John`s-Ravenscourt School has had a strong history of academic excellence.
An average of 98% of SJR graduates are offered their first choice faculty and university.
In the past ten years, SJR graduates have been offered in excess of $19 million in merit scholarship money towards the cost of their university education.
The SJR boarding program provides a tightly knit, family-like environment with a maximum of 20 students and ratio of one resident staff for every two boarders.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: (Boarding Students) 8-12
- Grades: (Day Students) K-12
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $75,500
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $28,590
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 20
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2024 School Data
St. John's-Ravenscourt School
School Focus
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
8-12
Grades Offered (Day)
K-12
School Type
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1820
Campus Size
23 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
907 students
% Students Boarding
2%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
Classroom Dress Code
Average Class Size
22 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
ESL Courses Offered
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
7%
Summer Program Offered
No
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$8 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$75,500
(Canadian dollars)
(Canadian dollars)
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$28,590
(Canadian dollars)
(Canadian dollars)
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
Jan. 20
Director of Admissions
Ms. Lindsay Stovel
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
Courses
AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science, AP English Literature, AP Human Geography, AP Microeconomics, AP Physics, AP Statistics, AP US History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
12
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
16
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Book Club, Community Service Club, Creative Writing Club, Debating and Public Speaking Club, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Japanese Club, Mathematics Competitions, Model United Nations, Photography Club, Round Square, Student Publications
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club After School, Coffee House - music and poetry evenings, Major Dramatic Production, Rock Show, Student-Directed Dramatic Productions
Book Club, Community Service Club, Creative Writing Club, Debating and Public Speaking Club, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Japanese Club, Mathematics Competitions, Model United Nations, Photography Club, Round Square, Student Publications
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club After School, Coffee House - music and poetry evenings, Major Dramatic Production, Rock Show, Student-Directed Dramatic Productions
School Notes
- 100% university acceptance
- World`s top debating & public speaking school
- Twelve Advanced Placement (AP) courses and six AP challenge examinations
- St. John's-Ravenscourt School accreditations: Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS), The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), CIS Ontario, RoundSquare, NAIS
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John's-Ravenscourt School cost?
St. John's-Ravenscourt School's tuition is approximately $75,500 for boarding students and $28,590 for day students.
What sports does St. John's-Ravenscourt School offer?
St. John's-Ravenscourt School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Ice Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Nordic Skiing, Rugby, Soccer, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. John's-Ravenscourt School?
The application deadline for St. John's-Ravenscourt School is Jan. 20.
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