Tuition & Affordability

Tuition: 2026 – 2027 School Year

Grade
Tuition
Facilities Fee
Tuition Refund Insurance
Pre-K 3 & 4
Tuition
$14,950

Facilities Fee

$625

Tuition Refund Insurance

$150
Kindergarten
Tuition
$16,900

Facilities Fee

$625

Tuition Refund Insurance

$169
Grades 1-3
Tuition

$18,500

Facilities Fee

$625

Tuition Refund Insurance

$185
Grades 4-5
Tuition
$19,900

Facilities Fee

$625

Tuition Refund Insurance

$199
Grades 6-8
Tuition
$25,200

Facilities Fee

$625

Tuition Refund Insurance

$252
Grades 9-12
Tuition
$25,200

Facilities Fee

$1,100

Tuition Refund Insurance

$252

A St. Johns Education Might Be More Affordable Than You Think

At St. Johns Country Day School, we’re committed to helping families plan for their child’s future with clarity and confidence. Our 2026–2027 tuition initiatives reflect that promise — offering greater predictability, a variety of scholarship and financial aid opportunities, and lasting value for families who choose to invest in a St. Johns education.

Every family’s journey looks a little different. Through a combination of scholarships and need-based financial aid, many families may pay less than the listed tuition. Our Admissions Team will work with you to explore all available options and create a personalized tuition plan, including payment plan options, that makes an exceptional St. Johns education within reach.

Students, regardless of household income, who are Florida residents and eligible to enroll in a public school, can receive a scholarship worth an average of $8,000 to attend a private school that best meets their needs.

Real Numbers. Real Families. Real Affordability.

These sample scenarios show how scholarships and financial aid can make an exceptional education more attainable than you might expect.
Scenario 1

Lower School Family (Grade 2)

  • Base Tuition: $18,300 
  • Step Up Scholarship: –$8,204 
  • Estimated Family Cost: $10,096 
  • Example Savings: $8,204
Scenario 2

Middle School Family (Grade 7)

  • Base Tuition: $25,200 
  • Step Up Scholarship: –$7,624 
  • Need-Based Financial Aid: –$1,000 
  • Multi-Student Discount: –$1,260
  • Estimated Family Cost: $15,316 
  • Example Savings: $9,884 
Scenario 3

Upper School Family (Grade 10)

  • Base Tuition: $25,200
  • Step Up Scholarship: –$7,473
  • Need-Based Financial Aid: –$2,500
  • Estimated Family Cost: $15,227
  • Example Savings: $9,973

The Spartan Commitment

Upper School, Rising Grades 9 – 11

The Spartan Commitment is St. Johns’ way of rewarding families who choose to finish Spartan Strong. Upper School students who commit to graduating from St. Johns will receive a tuition guarantee through graduation at the $25,200 tuition rate, offering lasting value and financial peace of mind throughout the entire Upper School experience.

This initiative allows families to plan confidently from now through graduation, providing both stability and the assurance that their student will grow, lead, and graduate Spartan Strong.

Key Dates

Commit and re-enroll by January 30, 2026, by completing the following:

  • Sign the re-enrollment contract.
  • Pay the $500 non-refundable reservation deposit.
  • Pay the $1,000 Spartan Commitment fee.
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New Student Deposit (10% of tuition and your $1,000 fee must be received by February 27, 2026, to secure your tuition guarantee through your child’s graduation

FINANCIAL AID

Need-based financial aid is available for families who qualify.

We encourage early application through Clarity to ensure full consideration.

Priority Deadline for Financial Aid: January 9, 2026.

Scholarships

St. Johns offers several scholarship opportunities to support students and families. For more information about scholarships that are offered and accepted by St. Johns, click here.

Merit Scholarships

Merit Scholarships recognize rising Grade 7 and Grade 9 students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and leadership potential, covering up to 50% of tuition for qualified recipients.

Florida’s School Choice Scholarships

The school also participates in Florida’s School Choice Scholarships, including the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship and Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options, which provide flexible education savings accounts for eligible K–12 students.

Folds of Honor Scholarship

Military families may qualify for the Folds of Honor Scholarship, offering educational assistance to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled service members.

FINANCIAL AID

Alumni Benefits

Children of St. Johns alumni are eligible for a tuition discount. We are proud to continue our tradition of Spartan families spanning generations. Please contact the Admissions Office for details about eligibility and application.

What Your Tuition Supports

Every dollar of tuition — and every gift of support — helps sustain the hallmarks of a St. Johns education:

Because tuition covers approximately 85% of the true cost of a St. Johns education, community giving bridges the remaining 15% — ensuring every student benefits from the exceptional opportunities that define our school.