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#154 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 39% of private schools
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp
Elementary School
790 COLUMBIA RD, Dorchester, MA 02125
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#154 of 388
In Dorchester
#2 of 6
public schools
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St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp
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About St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp is a private elementary school in Dorchester, MA. St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp 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 St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Dorchester, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp (this school) | 6.7 |
| Russell Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Boston Collegiate Charter School | 8.1 |
| Clap Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Everett Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Dever Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Mather Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Conservatory Lab Charter School | 7.9 |
| Winthrop Elementary School | 8.2 |
| King Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Frederick Pilot Middle School | 5.3 |
| UP Academy Holland | 3.4 |
| Boston Latin Academy | 6.8 |
| Burke High School | 5.2 |
| Trotter Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower | 9.4 |
| Holmes Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Neighborhood House Charter School | 5.3 |
| Murphy K-8 School | 6.9 |
| Carter School | 4.9 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Dorchester
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 MA.
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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 MA
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
790 COLUMBIA RD, Dorchester, MA 02125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winthrop Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Conservatory Lab Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mather Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,810
Median Home Value
$645,400
Median Rent
$1,897/mo
Population
33,069
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
35.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur T Talmadge Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Channing Elementary School Hyde Park, MA | 6.7 |
| Holland Elementary Holland, MA | 6.7 |
| Kensington International School Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Kittredge North Andover, MA | 6.7 |
| LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp
What grades does St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp serve?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp rank in MA?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp ranks #154 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp a private school?
Yes, St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp 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 St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp a religious school?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Camp has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 265-0019
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