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#170 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 37% of private schools

St John Paul II Catholic Academy

Elementary School

2701 17TH ST, Menominee, MI 49858

Private

Enrollment

72

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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St John Paul II Catholic Academy

6.8/10

Elementary School in Menominee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Menominee High School

7.6/10

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4.6/10

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About St John Paul II Catholic Academy

St John Paul II Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Menominee, MI. St John Paul II Catholic Academy serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.7 pts above MI schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, St John Paul II Catholic 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, St John Paul II Catholic Academy 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 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

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How St John Paul II Catholic Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Menominee, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
72
This School
vs
233
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
St John Paul II Catholic Academy Menominee Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St John Paul II Catholic Academy (this school) 6.8
Menominee High School 7.6
Menominee Jr High School 4.6
Central Elementary School 7.4
Blesch Intermediate School 5.8
Menominee ISD Special Education

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Enrollment 72
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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 MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 95.8%
Asian 2.8%
Hispanic 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2701 17TH ST, Menominee, MI 49858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John Paul II Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Peshtigo Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Peshtigo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Marinette Intermediate (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Marinette), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Menominee, see our Menominee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Menominee High School Menominee 0.4 mi 7.6
Menominee Jr High School Menominee 0.4 mi 4.6
Central Elementary School Menominee 0.5 mi 7.4
Blesch Intermediate School Menominee 1.0 mi 5.8
Menominee ISD Special Education Menominee 1.0 mi
ST THOMAS AQUINAS ACADEMY Marinette 2.1 mi 4.8
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Marinette 2.1 mi 5.3
Marinette Middle Marinette 2.1 mi 4.4
Marinette Primary Marinette 2.4 mi 3.0
Marinette Intermediate Marinette 2.3 mi 6.4
Marinette High Marinette 2.8 mi 4.5
Peshtigo Elementary Peshtigo 7.7 mi 7.2
Peshtigo High Peshtigo 7.8 mi 4.5
Peshtigo Middle Peshtigo 7.8 mi 7.4
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peshtigo 13.7 mi 4.6
Uplift Michigan Academy Stephenson 20.4 mi 5.3
Stephenson Area Public School Stephenson 20.4 mi 8.1
Oconto High Oconto 19.5 mi 5.5
Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy Oconto 19.5 mi
Oconto Middle Oconto 20.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,813

Median Home Value

$127,100

Median Rent

$691/mo

Population

11,870

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

15.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

50.5

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NEW MORNING SCHOOL Plymouth, MI 6.8
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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 72 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 8.4:1. 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 MI?

St John Paul II Catholic Academy ranks #170 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St John Paul II Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St John Paul II Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
72
Gender Split
82% M / 18% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Menominee County

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