St. John's Northwestern Academies
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: (Boarding) 6-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $45,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $20,500
- Acceptance rate: 84%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John's Northwestern Academies ranks among the top 5 military schools (out of 16 military schools) for:
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School Notes
- As a college preparatory and leader development, boarding and day school for young men and women in grades 6 through 12, St. John's Northwestern Academies educates and develops young men and women to be responsible citizens, as well as moral and ethical leaders who are inspired to take advantage of today and tomorrow's opportunities. They achieve this through their foundational pillars of academic excellence, enriching spiritual and character development, outstanding athletic programs, and premier leader development training in a secure, nurturing and inclusive environment.
- St. John's Northwestern Academies accreditations: ISACS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Daniel Gerber 1916 - Founder and president of Gerber Baby Foods
- Howard Woodin 1918 - Member of Marquette University Hall of Fame and Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame for football
- Spencer Tracy 1919 - Distinguished actor; Academy Award winner; appeared in over 70 films
- Arthur Wermuth 1932 - Major, U.S. Army; World War II hero
- Edward Noble 1946 - Entrepreneur; developer; and manufacturer; served as a member of President Ronald Regan's staff
- C. Roosevelt Boettiger 1948 - Grandson of President Franklin D. Roosevelt; U.S. delegate to the United Nations
- William J. Janklow 1954 - Governor of South Dakota for four terms, longer than anyone in state history
- Ty Warner 1962 - Founder and C.E.O. of Beanie Babies, Inc., a leader in the toy industry
- Jay Graf 1966 - Founder and C.E.O. of Guidant Corp., a leader in the heart monitoring field
- Martin Torrijos Espino 1981 - Former President of Panama from 2004 to 2009
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John's Northwestern Academies cost?
St. John's Northwestern Academies's tuition is approximately $45,000 for boarding students and $20,500 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John's Northwestern Academies?
The acceptance rate of St. John's Northwestern Academies is 84%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 58%. St. John's Northwestern Academies's acceptance rate is ranked as one of the top boarding schools with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from St. John's Northwestern Academies?
St. John's Northwestern Academies famous alumni include: Daniel Gerber 1916, Howard Woodin 1918, Spencer Tracy 1919, Arthur Wermuth 1932, Edward Noble 1946, C. Roosevelt Boettiger 1948, William J. Janklow 1954, Ty Warner 1962, Jay Graf 1966 and Martin Torrijos Espino 1981.
What sports does St. John's Northwestern Academies offer?
St. John's Northwestern Academies offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Markmanship, Marksmanship, Orienteering, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling. St. John's Northwestern Academies is ranked as one of the top boarding schools for most sports offered.
Does St. John's Northwestern Academies offer a summer program?
Yes, St. John's Northwestern Academies offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is St. John's Northwestern Academies's ranking?
St. John's Northwestern Academies ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small average class sizes, Low acceptance rates, Most sports offered, High average SAT scores and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John's Northwestern Academies?
The application deadline for St. John's Northwestern Academies is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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