Student Body
St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake has an average student body size, with a larger proportion of boarding students and international students than many peer schools. The school provides financial aid to a higher percentage of students compared to most schools.
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Total enrollment
235 students attend St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake.
St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake (SJASL) has about an average sized student body, enrolling more students than 56% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Enrollment St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake Median of all other schools Gr. 4 10 16 Gr. 5 10 18 Gr. 6 16 18 Gr. 7 23 18 Gr. 8 16 20 Gr. 9 23 35 Gr. 10 17 35 Gr. 11 19 40 Gr. 12 26 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 Academy Shawnigan Lake (SJASL) 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 Academy Shawnigan Lake offers boarding from Grade 7 to 12. Only 36% of the total student body boards.
St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake (SJASL) has a larger proportion of boarding students than 49% 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 Academy Shawnigan Lake Median of all other boarding schools Gr. 7 9% 20% Gr. 8 19% 19% Gr. 9 83% 40% Gr. 10 71% 48% Gr. 11 42% 53% Gr. 12 65% 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
30% of students come from outside Canada.
See how this ranks St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake (SJASL) 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
5% of students at St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake receive financial aid.
The percentage of students on financial aid at St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake (SJASL) is higher than 65% of all schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Percentage of students on financial aid Gr. 4 5% Gr. 5 5% Gr. 6 5% Gr. 7 5% Gr. 8 5% Gr. 9 5% Gr. 10 5% Gr. 11 5% Gr. 12 5% -
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).
