Student Body
St. John's-Kilmarnock School has a larger student body than most Canadian private schools and accommodates both boys and girls. It offers boarding in high school with a smaller proportion of boarders, and provides financial aid to a higher percentage of students compared to many schools.
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Total enrollment
540 students attend St. John's-Kilmarnock School.
St. John's-Kilmarnock School (SJK School) has a larger student body than 84% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Enrollment St. John's-Kilmarnock School Median of all other schools JK 32 16 SK 32 17 Gr. 1 34 17 Gr. 2 30 16 Gr. 3 30 17 Gr. 4 34 16 Gr. 5 22 18 Gr. 6 38 18 Gr. 7 40 18 Gr. 8 44 19 Gr. 9 57 35 Gr. 10 69 35 Gr. 11 70 40 Gr. 12 66 40 Unlock to view how other schools compare.
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Why it matters
While some researchers have looked to uncover the "ideal" school size, these studies often generalize student preferences and behaviours. Your real goal is to find what best suits your child’s needs. Smaller schools can offer a school-wide sense of connection, while larger schools often provide broader programming and opportunities. Also, note that per-grade enrollment often tells a more meaningful story than total enrollment alone (read topic guide).
Gender
Both girls and boys attend.
This makes St. John's-Kilmarnock School (SJK School) like 91% of other schools we cover.
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Why it matters
A school’s gender composition influences its social, academic, and extracurricular experiences. Coed schools often encourage collaboration across genders, while single-gender schools (all-boys or all-girls) may focus on specialized learning approaches (read topic guide).
Boarding Population
St. John's-Kilmarnock School offers boarding from Grade 9 to 12. Only 7% of the total student body boards.
St. John's-Kilmarnock School (SJK School) has a smaller proportion of boarding students than most of its peer boarding schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Boarding students as a percentage of total enrollment per grade St. John's-Kilmarnock School Median of all other boarding schools Gr. 9 4% 40% Gr. 10 13% 48% Gr. 11 21% 53% Gr. 12 17% 60% Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
Why it matters
The proportion of boarding students is an important factor in shaping a school’s culture. Large boarding populations may create an immersive environment, while smaller boarding communities may balance residential life with local engagement (read topic guide).
International Students
5% of students come from outside Canada.
See how this ranks St. John's-Kilmarnock School (SJK School) below.
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Why it matters
A diverse international student body offers opportunities for cultural exchange and a global perspective. These experiences can enhance your child’s understanding of different cultures and prepare them for a globalized world (read topic guide).
STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID
8% of students at St. John's-Kilmarnock School receive financial aid.
The percentage of students on financial aid at St. John's-Kilmarnock School (SJK School) is higher than 70% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Percentage of students on financial aid Gr. 1 10% Gr. 2 10% Gr. 3 10% Gr. 4 10% Gr. 5 10% Gr. 6 10% Gr. 7 10% Gr. 8 10% Gr. 9 10% Gr. 10 10% Gr. 11 10% Gr. 12 10% -
Why it matters
Financial aid reflects a school’s commitment to accessibility and socioeconomic diversity. These programs aim to create a richer community by bringing together students from varied backgrounds and experiences (read topic guide).
