Very Good
#60 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 29% of private schools
St John Paul II Catholic High School
High School
7301 OLD MADISON PIKE NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#60 of 207
In Huntsville
#6 of 15
public schools
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St John Paul II Catholic High School
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About St John Paul II Catholic High School
St John Paul II Catholic High School is a private high school in Huntsville, AL. St John Paul II Catholic High School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- AL avg 5.1
What Parents Should Know
St John Paul II Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St John Paul II Catholic High School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Huntsville, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Paul II Catholic High School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Columbia High School | 2.8 |
| Huntsville High School | 6.6 |
| Jemison High School | 5.3 |
| New Century Technology High School | 8.3 |
| Lee High School | 3.6 |
| Virgil Grissom High School | 5.1 |
| Madison County Virtual Academy | 5.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7301 OLD MADISON PIKE NW, Huntsville, AL 35806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Paul II Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bob Jones High School (rated 6.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Columbia High School (rated 2.8/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Huntsville, see our Huntsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia High School Huntsville | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Horizon Elementary School Madison | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| HUNTSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntsville | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| THE RILEY BEHAVIORAL AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Huntsville | 2.6 mi | — |
| KLA SCHOOLS OF HUNTSVILLE Huntsville | 3.2 mi | — |
| Bob Jones High School Madison | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Providence Elementary Huntsville | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntsville | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MidTown Elementary School Madison | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Rainbow Elementary School Madison | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Discovery Middle School Madison | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Madison Elementary School Madison | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF HUNTSVILLE IAH Huntsville | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| OAKWOOD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Huntsville | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Morris Elementary School Huntsville | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Morris Middle School Huntsville | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Huntsville | 4.0 mi | — |
| HUNTSVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Huntsville | 4.0 mi | — |
| FOSTER ACADEMY Huntsville | 4.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,338
Median Home Value
$318,800
Median Rent
$1,287/mo
Population
28,443
College Educated
60.5%
Homeownership
48.5%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
31.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abbeville High School Abbeville, AL | 7.0 |
| Cold Springs High School Bremen, AL | 6.9 |
| Pleasant Valley High School Jacksonville, AL | 6.9 |
| THE ALTAMONT SCHOOL Birmingham, AL | 7.1 |
| Goshen High School Goshen, AL | 6.8 |
| Winfield High School Winfield, AL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Paul II Catholic High School
What grades does St John Paul II Catholic High School serve?
St John Paul II Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St John Paul II Catholic High School?
St John Paul II Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic High School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Paul II Catholic High School rank in AL?
St John Paul II Catholic High School ranks #60 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is St John Paul II Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Paul II Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John Paul II Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St John Paul II Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St John Paul II Catholic High School a religious school?
St John Paul II Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (256) 430-1766
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