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#190 of 319 private schools in MN
St John Paul II Catholic School
Elementary School
1630 4TH ST NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#190 of 319
In Minneapolis
#13 of 20
public schools
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St John Paul II Catholic School
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About St John Paul II Catholic School
St John Paul II Catholic School is a private elementary school in Minneapolis, MN. St John Paul II Catholic School serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 158 students, St 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.
St 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 St John Paul II Catholic School compares to 105 public schools serving similar grades in Minneapolis, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Paul II Catholic School (this school) | 6.0 |
| New City School | 4.9 |
| Banaadir Elementary | 8.1 |
| Las Estrellas Elementary | 6.3 |
| MPS METRO HA | 6.0 |
| Webster Elementary | 4.9 |
| Spero Academy | 6.8 |
| YINGHUA ACADEMY | 7.3 |
| Cityview Elementary | 6.9 |
| NELLIE STONE JOHNSON ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| Marcy Elementary | 6.2 |
| MN International Middle Chr School | 5.7 |
| Twin Cities International Schools | 3.2 |
| PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY | 4.3 |
| Hall Academy Elementary | 4.7 |
| Franklin Middle | 5.3 |
| Prekindergarten North | — |
| MPS Online K-5 | 6.1 |
| MPS Online 6-12 | 5.5 |
| Banaadir Academy | 7.3 |
| Banaadir Secondary | 3.5 |
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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 MN.
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 MN
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
1630 4TH ST NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Paul II Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Banaadir Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YINGHUA ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cityview Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New City School Minneapolis | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| MENLO PARK ACADEMY Minneapolis | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Menlo Park Academy Extended Minneapolis | 0.2 mi | — |
| HEARTWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTHEAST MINNEAPOLIS Minneapolis | 0.3 mi | — |
| Exploration High School Minneapolis | 0.3 mi | — |
| Banaadir Elementary Minneapolis | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Las Estrellas Elementary Minneapolis | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Edison High Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MPS METRO HA Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Webster Elementary Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Spero Academy Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| DELASALLE HIGH SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Marcy Elementary Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| YINGHUA ACADEMY Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Cityview Elementary Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MN International Middle Chr School Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Twin Cities International Schools Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| NELLIE STONE JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Hall Academy Elementary Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,252
Median Home Value
$354,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
14,328
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
38.7%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
35.1
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| BABBITT ELEMENTARY Babbitt, MN | 6.0 |
| MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Virginia, MN | 6.0 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Hastings, MN | 6.0 |
| Schoolcraft Learning Community Bemidji, MN | 6.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waconia, MN | 6.0 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY Truman, MN | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Paul II Catholic School
What grades does St John Paul II Catholic School serve?
St John Paul II Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Paul II Catholic School?
St John Paul II Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic School is 14.5:1. 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 School rank in MN?
St John Paul II Catholic School ranks #190 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St John Paul II Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Paul II Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 School a private school?
Yes, St 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 St John Paul II Catholic School a religious school?
St 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 158
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (612) 430-3617
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