St. John's College High School
Washington, DC
The Verdict
St. John's College High School holds a unique place in American military education history—it established the first JROTC unit in the United States in 1917, making it the birthplace of the program that now serves over 500,000 students nationwide.
As a Catholic, Lasallian school in the nation's capital, St. John's combines rigorous academics with its historic military tradition. The Corps of Cadets remains central to school life, though the school is now coeducational and serves as a college preparatory institution.
About
St. John's College High School is a Catholic, Lasallian college preparatory school in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1851, it is notable for establishing the first Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) unit in the United States in 1917. The school maintains its military heritage through its Corps of Cadets while serving a diverse, coeducational student body.
Admissions & Selectivity
Admissions Philosophy
selective
Key Requirements
- Application and fee
- Transcripts from current and previous schools
- Standardized test scores
- Letters of recommendation
- Interview
Location
Campus & Facilities
Enrollment
1,050
Student:Teacher
12:1
Athletics & Physical Training
Varsity Sports
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