Below Average
#349 of 388 private schools in MA
St John Paul II Catholic Academy
Elementary School
2222 DORCHESTER AVE, Dorchester Center, MA 02124
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#349 of 388
In Dorchester Center
#2 of 2
public schools
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St John Paul II Catholic Academy
Elementary School in Dorchester Center · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
St John Paul Lower Mills
0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About St John Paul II Catholic Academy
St John Paul II Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Dorchester Center, MA. St John Paul II Catholic Academy serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #349 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
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.
Schools in Dorchester Center
No public schools found in Dorchester Center for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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.
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 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
2222 DORCHESTER AVE, Dorchester Center, MA 02124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Paul II Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lee Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorchester Center, see our Dorchester Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN PAUL LOWER MILLS Dorchester | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper Dorchester | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Taylor Elementary School Mattapan | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Lee Academy Dorchester | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| TechBoston Academy Dorchester | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Glover Milton | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Codman Academy Charter Public School Dorchester | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| FONTBONNE ACADEMY Milton | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Kenny Elementary School Dorchester | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Dorchester Center | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower Dorchester | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Shaw Elementary School Dorchester | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Lee K-8 School Dorchester | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| BEREA SDA ACADEMY Mattapan | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Charles S Pierce Middle Milton | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Neighborhood House Charter School Dorchester | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARY OF THE HILLS SCHOOL Milton | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Holmes Elementary School Dorchester | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,168
Median Home Value
$607,200
Median Rent
$1,783/mo
Population
55,897
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.9
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| Ellen R Hathaway New Bedford, MA | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Paul II Catholic Academy
What grades does St John Paul II Catholic Academy serve?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Paul II Catholic Academy?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic Academy is 15.5:1. 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 rank in MA?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy ranks #349 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St John Paul II Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 a private school?
Yes, 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 St John Paul II Catholic Academy a religious school?
St John Paul II Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 265-0019
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