ADMISSIONS
What is involved in the admissions process at St. John's-Ravenscourt School? When is the deadline, and what are the requirements? How does it compare to other schools? How should you factor these into your decision?
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Facts and analysis
VISITING THE SCHOOL
Upcoming open houses will be announced here.
An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.
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Why it matters
A school visit offers a firsthand look at the environment, culture, and daily life of the school. It provides an opportunity to ask questions, observe interactions, and verify your expectations directly. It's a vital part of an informed choice.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
The final deadline is January for Day entry at St. John's-Ravenscourt School.
Entry is typically for the beginning of the next school year in September.
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Application deadline by enrollment type(s)
Month St. John's-Ravenscourt School Other schools Fixed deadline Rolling admissions Fixed deadline Rolling admissions September 0% 88% of all other schools have rolling admissions October Less than 1% November 2% December 7% January Day deadline
1% February 2% March 2% April 1% May 1% June Less than 1% July 0% August 1% -
Why it matters
The admissions timeline helps you plan and prepare for key milestones, including school visits, application submission, and acceptance notifications.
ENTRY GRADES
The highest number of new enrollment openings include Grade(s) K, 6 and 9.
The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) K, 7 and 9 (for the same grades offered at St. John's-Ravenscourt School).
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Breakdown by grade
Entry grade Number of openings available: Day St. John's-Ravenscourt School Average of all other schools K 40 - 54 17 Gr. 1 6 - 10 10 Gr. 2 1 - 2 8 Gr. 3 1 - 2 8 Gr. 4 1 - 10 9 Gr. 5 1 - 8 9 Gr. 6 15 - 22 9 Gr. 7 8 - 12 16 Gr. 8 2 - 6 10 Gr. 9 15 - 30 23 Gr. 10 5 - 10 13 Gr. 11 2 - 8 13 Gr. 12 1 - 4 13 -
Why it matters
Popular entry grades may offer more opportunities for peer integration and more extensive orientation programs at the school. Applying to these grades may increase the chances of admission and support a smoother social and academic transition for the student.
ACCEPTANCE RATE
70% of all applications are accepted.
Admissions at St. John's-Ravenscourt School is more competitive than the majority of the schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Acceptance rate: Day St. John's-Ravenscourt School Average of all other schools K 80% 22% Gr. 1 50% 40% Gr. 2 25% 37% Gr. 3 25% 36% Gr. 4 25% 36% Gr. 5 25% 36% Gr. 6 70% 36% Gr. 7 40% 38% Gr. 8 25% 35% Gr. 9 70% 40% Gr. 10 50% 38% Gr. 11 40% 37% Gr. 12 25% 35% -
What St. John's-Ravenscourt School says it looks for in students
SJR is looking for students who have demonstrated a commitment to achieving their goals whether they are academic, athletic, or artistic, and wish to pursue their studies at the university level in the future; students who are looking for a challenge and are willing to put in the time and effort it takes to reach their goals.
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Why it matters
A school's acceptance rate gives you an indication of how competitive the admissions process is. Understanding this can help you set expectations and make strategic decisions about where to apply. Please note that the acceptance rates provided here are approximate.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The admissions process may require an interview, an entrance exam and an entrance essay.
See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at St. John's-Ravenscourt School and how they compare with other schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Required by St. John's-Ravenscourt School % of schools requiring Interview SSAT SSAT (out of province) Entrance exam Entrance essay K - - - - Interview: 41%, Exam: 9% Gr. 1 - - - - Interview: 51%, Exam: 16%, Essay: 2% Gr. 2 - - - - Interview: 52%, Exam: 19%, Essay: 2% Gr. 3 - - - - Interview: 53%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 21%, Essay: 2% Gr. 4 - - - Interview: 55%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 23%, Essay: 3% Gr. 5 - - - Interview: 57%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 5% Gr. 6 - - Interview: 60%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 26%, Essay: 7% Gr. 7 - - Interview: 63%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10% Gr. 8 - - Interview: 64%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10% Gr. 9 - - Interview: 52%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 10% Gr. 10 - - Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11% Gr. 11 - - Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11% Gr. 12 - - Interview: 44%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 17%, Essay: 10% -
What St. John's-Ravenscourt School says about the application process
Application fee: $125
Registration fee: $3,000
Deposit: N/A
Description:The admissions process involves 4 steps:
1) submit an online application and required documents including report cards from the past 2 years.
2) request a teacher recommendation of a current teacher through our online application system.
3) admissions assessment
4) student interview with the principal (Gr. 6 - 12)
5) parent interview with the Director of Admissions
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Why it matters
Understanding admission requirements is crucial as you assess your fit with a school and the likelihood of acceptance. These requirements often reflect the school's educational priorities.
