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#190 of 225 private schools in AZ
John Paul II Catholic High School
High School
3120 N 137 AVE, Avondale, AZ 85392
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#190 of 225
In Avondale
#4 of 4
public schools
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About John Paul II Catholic High School
John Paul II Catholic High School is a private high school in Avondale, AZ. John Paul II Catholic High School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John Paul II Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
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 John Paul II Catholic High School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Avondale, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Paul II Catholic High School (this school) | 5.2 |
| West-MEC Estrella Mountain Community College | — |
| West-MEC West Point High School | — |
| Estrella High School | 5.2 |
| Agua Fria High School | 6.7 |
| West-MEC - Agua Fria High School | — |
| Highland Prep West | — |
| Westview High School | 5.4 |
| La Joya Community High School | 5.3 |
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 AZ.
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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 AZ
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3120 N 137 AVE, Avondale, AZ 85392
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Paul II Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Great Hearts Academies - Trivium Prep (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Millennium High School (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Goodyear), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Avondale, see our Avondale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85392 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,965
Median Home Value
$364,700
Median Rent
$1,829/mo
Population
39,203
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
33.9
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| Learning Foundation and Performing Arts Gilbert Gilbert, AZ | 5.2 |
| Ridgeview College Preparatory High School Phoenix, AZ | 5.2 |
| Flagstaff Arts And Leadership Academy Flagstaff, AZ | 5.3 |
| Santa Rita High School Tucson, AZ | 5.3 |
| Compass High School Tucson, AZ | 5.1 |
| Glendale Union Online Glendale, AZ | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Paul II Catholic High School
What grades does John Paul II Catholic High School serve?
John Paul II Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John Paul II Catholic High School?
John Paul II Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Catholic High School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does John Paul II Catholic High School rank in AZ?
John Paul II Catholic High School ranks #190 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is John Paul II Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Paul II Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John Paul II Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, 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 John Paul II Catholic High School a religious school?
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
- 333
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 233-2777
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