Excellent
#2 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 1% of private schools
John Paul II Catholic School
Elementary School
6915 W 71ST ST, Overland Park, KS 66204
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#2 of 142
In Overland Park
#1 of 12
public schools
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John Paul II Catholic School
Elementary School in Overland Park · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Paul II Catholic School
John Paul II Catholic School is a private elementary school in Overland Park, KS. John Paul II Catholic School serves approximately 155 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John Paul II Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 155 students, John Paul II Catholic School 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, John Paul II Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
John Paul II Catholic 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 School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Overland Park, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Paul II Catholic School (this school) | 8.8 |
| Santa Fe Trail Elem | 8.8 |
| East Antioch Elem | 5.4 |
| Tomahawk Elem | 8.0 |
| Overland Park Elem | 6.4 |
| Comanche Elem | 6.5 |
| Pawnee Elem | 6.1 |
| John Diemer Elem | 8.1 |
| Trailwood Elem | 8.9 |
| Indian Woods Middle | 7.3 |
| Apache Elem | 4.8 |
| Brookridge Elem | 7.2 |
| Westridge Middle | 5.0 |
| Oak Park-Carpenter Elementary | 8.7 |
| Indian Valley Elementary | 8.6 |
| Valley Park Elementary | 8.6 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 8.4 |
| Oxford Middle | 7.9 |
| Heartland Elementary | 9.1 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elem | 8.6 |
| Cottonwood Point Elementary | 8.6 |
Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in Overland Park
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 KS.
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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 KS
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6915 W 71ST ST, Overland Park, KS 66204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Paul II Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highlands Elem (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mission), with a very similar rating. Another option is Santa Fe Trail Elem (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Prairie Elem (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Prairie Village), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Overland Park, see our Overland Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OVERLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Overland Park | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Santa Fe Trail Elem Overland Park | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Overland Park | 0.6 mi | — |
| East Antioch Elem Overland Park | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Tomahawk Elem Overland Park | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Crestview Elem Merriam | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Overland Park Elem Overland Park | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Shawnee Mission North High Overland Park | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Project Finish Shawnee Mission | 1.5 mi | — |
| Highlands Elem Mission | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Shawnee Mission West High Overland Park | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Briarwood Elem Prairie Village | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Shawnee Mission East High Prairie Village | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Prairie Elem Prairie Village | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Comanche Elem Overland Park | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Indian Hills Middle Prairie Village | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Overland Park | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Merriam Park Elementary Merriam | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Corinth Elem Prairie Village | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,248
Median Home Value
$254,400
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
18,557
College Educated
46.2%
Homeownership
47.4%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNOOR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Wichita, KS | 8.8 |
| Madison Elem Madison, KS | 8.8 |
| Pike Valley Elem Courtland, KS | 8.8 |
| Osborne Elem Osborne, KS | 8.9 |
| Riverside Primary School Elwood, KS | 8.9 |
| South Central Elementary School Protection, KS | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Paul II Catholic School
What grades does John Paul II Catholic School serve?
John Paul II Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend John Paul II Catholic School?
John Paul II Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 155 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Catholic School is 5.2:1. 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 School rank in KS?
John Paul II Catholic School ranks #2 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is John Paul II Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Paul II Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 School a private school?
Yes, John Paul II Catholic 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 School a religious school?
John Paul II Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 155
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Johnson County
- Phone
- (913) 432-6350
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