Average
#613 of 716 private schools in IL
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus
Elementary School
601 TALMA, Aurora, IL 60505
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#613 of 716
In Aurora
#12 of 12
public schools
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Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus
Elementary School in Aurora · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
K D Waldo Middle School
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C M Bardwell Elem School
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About Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus is a private elementary school in Aurora, IL.
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #613 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus 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.
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus 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 Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus compares to 40 public schools serving similar grades in Aurora, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus (this school) | 5.0 |
| C M Bardwell Elem School | 5.1 |
| John Gates Elem School | 5.3 |
| K D Waldo Middle School | 4.8 |
| G N Dieterich Elem School | 5.2 |
| Rose E Krug Elem School | 5.0 |
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad | 8.1 |
| W S Beaupre Elem School | 5.6 |
| L D Brady Elem School | 6.2 |
| Edna Rollins Elem School | 4.2 |
| Olney C Allen Elem School | 5.0 |
| Greenman Elem School | 4.6 |
| Oak Park Elem School | 6.2 |
| Hill Elem School | 3.2 |
| Henry W Cowherd Middle School | 5.0 |
| Freeman Elem School | 5.2 |
| McCleery Elem School | 3.8 |
| Jefferson Middle School | 5.8 |
| Nicholas A Hermes Elem School | 4.6 |
| C I Johnson Elem School | 7.1 |
| Benavides Steam Academy | 6.8 |
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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.
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 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
601 TALMA, Aurora, IL 60505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, L D Brady Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| K D Waldo Middle School Aurora | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| John Gates Elem School Aurora | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| East High School Aurora | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad Aurora | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Rose E Krug Elem School Aurora | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| L D Brady Elem School Aurora | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| W S Beaupre Elem School Aurora | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Edna Rollins Elem School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Aurora | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Hill Elem School Aurora | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Greenman Elem School Aurora | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Nicholson Elem School Montgomery | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Olney C Allen Elem School Aurora | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Oak Park Elem School Aurora | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Henry W Cowherd Middle School Aurora | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Long Beach Elem School Montgomery | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Nicholas A Hermes Elem School Aurora | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
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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|---|---|
| Farmersville Elem School Farmersville, IL | 5.0 |
| Irvington Elem School Irvington, IL | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pekin, IL | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, IL | 5.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoyleton, IL | 5.0 |
| FAITH MOVERS ACADEMY University Park, IL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus
What grades does Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus serve?
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus?
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus rank in IL?
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus ranks #613 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus a private school?
Yes, Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus 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 Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus a religious school?
Pope St. John Paul II Cath. Academy-south Campus has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- 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) 851-4400
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