Very Good
#189 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 26% of private schools
N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy
Elementary School
706 HIGH ST, Aurora, IL 60505
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#189 of 716
In Aurora
#5 of 12
public schools
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N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy
Elementary School in Aurora · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy
N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Aurora, IL. N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 122 students, N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy 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 N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Aurora, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Nicholas A Hermes Elem School | 4.6 |
| L D Brady Elem School | 6.2 |
| Benavides Steam Academy | 6.8 |
| C F Simmons Middle School | 5.0 |
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad | 8.1 |
| Oak Park Elem School | 6.2 |
| Hill Elem School | 3.2 |
| Edna Rollins Elem School | 4.2 |
| Henry W Cowherd Middle School | 5.0 |
| K D Waldo Middle School | 4.8 |
| Hope D Wall TMH Child Dev Ctr | — |
| W S Beaupre Elem School | 5.6 |
| Mabel O Donnell Elem School | 4.7 |
| Greenman Elem School | 4.6 |
| C I Johnson Elem School | 7.1 |
| Smith Elem School | 6.2 |
| C M Bardwell Elem School | 5.1 |
| McCleery Elem School | 3.8 |
| John Gates Elem School | 5.3 |
| Jefferson Middle School | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Aurora
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 IL.
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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 IL
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
706 HIGH ST, Aurora, IL 60505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C I Johnson Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST RITA OF CASCIA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Benavides Steam Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nicholas A Hermes Elem School Aurora | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| L D Brady Elem School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Benavides Steam Academy Aurora | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad Aurora | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| C F Simmons Middle School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Edna Rollins Elem School Aurora | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Oak Park Elem School Aurora | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| K D Waldo Middle School Aurora | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Hill Elem School Aurora | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| W S Beaupre Elem School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Henry W Cowherd Middle School Aurora | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Hope D Wall TMH Child Dev Ctr Aurora | 1.4 mi | — |
| East High School Aurora | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| John Gates Elem School Aurora | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Mabel O Donnell Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Greenman Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| ST RITA OF CASCIA SCHOOL Aurora | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| C I Johnson Elem School Aurora | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,306
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
58,176
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy
What grades does N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy serve?
N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy?
N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy rank in IL?
N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy ranks #189 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy 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 N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy a religious school?
N Campus of Pope St John Paul II Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Phone
- (630) 844-3781
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