Excellent
#14 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 6% of private schools
John Paul II Academy
Elementary School
3525 GOLDSMITH LN, Louisville, KY 40220
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#14 of 218
In Louisville
#6 of 62
public schools
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John Paul II Academy
Elementary School in Louisville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Paul II Academy
John Paul II Academy is a private elementary school in Louisville, KY. John Paul II Academy serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John Paul II Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- KY avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, John Paul II 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, John Paul II Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
John Paul II 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 John Paul II Academy compares to 141 public schools serving similar grades in Louisville, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Paul II Academy (this school) | 8.2 |
| Goldsmith Elementary | 5.8 |
| Binet School | — |
| Newcomer Academy | 5.6 |
| Klondike Lane Elementary | 4.3 |
| Boys & Girls Haven | — |
| Brooklawn | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.4 |
| Minor Daniels Academy | 6.0 |
| Watterson Elementary | 4.1 |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional | 8.6 |
| Newburg Middle | 5.2 |
| The Brook-Dupont | — |
| Price Elementary | 4.5 |
| St Matthews Elementary | 4.9 |
| George Unseld Early Childhood Center | 5.3 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary | 4.2 |
| Rangeland Elementary | 3.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle | 4.6 |
| Highland Middle | 5.3 |
| Peace Academy | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 141 schools. View all schools in Louisville
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 KY.
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 KY
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
3525 GOLDSMITH LN, Louisville, KY 40220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Paul II Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Goldsmith Elementary Louisville | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Seneca High Louisville | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Binet School Louisville | 0.3 mi | — |
| Newcomer Academy Louisville | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Klondike Lane Elementary Louisville | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Boys & Girls Haven Louisville | 1.0 mi | — |
| NUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| MEREDITH-DUNN SCHOOL Louisville | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Louisville | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Brooklawn Louisville | 1.2 mi | — |
| Minor Daniels Academy Louisville | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ASSUMPTION HIGH SCHOOL Louisville | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| KENESETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL Louisville | 1.6 mi | — |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 1.9 mi | — |
| LOUISVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Louisville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Watterson Elementary Louisville | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| FRIENDS SCHOOL Louisville | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,502
Median Home Value
$249,700
Median Rent
$1,187/mo
Population
33,893
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Frankfort, KY | 8.2 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF LOUISVILLE Louisville, KY | 8.2 |
| ST LEO SCHOOL Versailles, KY | 8.2 |
| Big Creek Elementary Oneida, KY | 8.1 |
| Feds Creek Elementary School Fedscreek, KY | 8.1 |
| REDWOOD COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Lexington, KY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Paul II Academy
What grades does John Paul II Academy serve?
John Paul II Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend John Paul II Academy?
John Paul II Academy has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Academy is 9.5:1. 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 Academy rank in KY?
John Paul II Academy ranks #14 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is John Paul II Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
John Paul II Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, John Paul II 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 John Paul II Academy a religious school?
John Paul II Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (502) 452-1712
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