Academics
Overview
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The shared Lasallian heritage is more than just an educational movement—it is a living reality that we experience daily in our work and in our lives. Inspired by the charism of St. John Baptist de La Salle, St. John’s provides countless educational opportunities both inside and outside the classroom.
Beyond the walls of St. John’s, Lasallian schools are located in 84 countries throughout the world, educating more than 900,000 students.
Beyond the walls of St. John’s, Lasallian schools are located in 84 countries throughout the world, educating more than 900,000 students.
With a 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, St. John's students are known personally and receive individualized instruction. Our teachers are experienced in their academic disciplines and guided by the mission of St. John Baptist de La Salle to provide academic excellence while assisting in the overall development of our students.
Our academic success is demonstrated by the fact that 100% of our graduates are admitted to four-year colleges and universities, with many of our graduates earning scholarships to some of the most prestigious schools in the country.
Honors and AP Courses
St. John's offers many different academic paths, including a broad selection of honors and Advanced Placement courses. In fact, approximately 75% of our students take at least one advanced level course during their four years. We help our students challenge themselves to achieve their goals for high school, for college and for life.
Students are invited to enroll in our Honors Program of Studies after they are accepted into St. John's. Honors and AP classes are offered in every subject area, and students have the ability to create a flexible course of study tailored to their interests and ability level. Click the links to the right to see a listing of Honors and AP courses offered at St. John's.
High school placement test scores determine Honors English and Honors Biology placement in the freshman year, and placement tests are given for Honors Math and upper-level foreign language classes. After ninth grade, students can place into Honors and AP courses based upon academic performance.
Students are invited to enroll in our Honors Program of Studies after they are accepted into St. John's. Honors and AP classes are offered in every subject area, and students have the ability to create a flexible course of study tailored to their interests and ability level. Click the links to the right to see a listing of Honors and AP courses offered at St. John's.
High school placement test scores determine Honors English and Honors Biology placement in the freshman year, and placement tests are given for Honors Math and upper-level foreign language classes. After ninth grade, students can place into Honors and AP courses based upon academic performance.
2022–23 Course Registration
Rising Senior Registration: February 22–25
Rising Junior Registration: February 28–March 4
Rising Sophomore Registration: March 2–14
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AP Courses
Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available in the following subjects:
AP 2D Design
AP 3D Design
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Chemistry
AP Computer Science
AP Drawing Portfolio
AP English Language
AP English Literature
AP Environmental Science
AP European History
AP French
AP History of Art
AP Latin
AP Physics 1
AP Physics C
AP Psychology
AP Spanish
AP Statistics
AP US Government
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Honors Courses
Honors courses are available in the following subjects:Honors Algebra I/ Geometry
Honors Algebra II
Honors American Literature
Honors Anatomy/Physiology
Honors Biology
Honors British LiteratureHonors CalculusHonors ChemistryHonors English 9Honors English 12Honors French 4
Honors Pre-CalculusHonors Readings in SpanishHonors ScriptureHonors Spanish 4 -
PowerSchool
St. John's uses PowerSchool, an Internet-based grading and attendance system. On any day of the school year, parents can log on for real-time access to information on their child's grades, attendance, homework assignments and more. PowerSchool is a direct link for the parents to communicate with teachers.
