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#164 of 404 private schools in NC

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St John Paul II Catholic School

Elementary School

2922 CAMP EASTER RD, Southern Pines, NC 28387

Private

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#164 of 404

In Southern Pines

#2 of 3

public schools

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St John Paul II Catholic School

6.6/10

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

Mcdeeds Creek Elementary

9.0/10

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7.1/10

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About St John Paul II Catholic School

St John Paul II Catholic School is a private elementary school in Southern Pines, NC. St John Paul II Catholic School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it comparesOn par with NC schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

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

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How St John Paul II Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in Southern Pines, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
This School
vs
18.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
202
This School
vs
949
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.4% vs 0%
Asian 3.5% vs 0%
Black 1.5% vs 0%
St John Paul II Catholic School Southern Pines Public Avg

All Schools in Southern Pines

School Rating
St John Paul II Catholic School (this school) 6.6
McDeeds Creek Elementary 9.0
Moore Montessori Community School 7.4
Southern Pines Elementary 6.5
Pinecrest High 6.9

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 NC.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 35%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 202
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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 NC

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 79.7%
Hispanic 10.4%
Asian 3.5%
Pacific Islander 2.5%
Two or More 2.5%
Black 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2922 CAMP EASTER RD, Southern Pines, NC 28387

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St John Paul II Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McDeeds Creek Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinehurst Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Pinehurst), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Academy of Moore County (rated 8.1/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southern Pines, see our Southern Pines schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
McDeeds Creek Elementary Southern Pines 0.3 mi 9.0
THE O'NEAL SCHOOL Southern Pines 1.7 mi 7.1
SANDHILLS CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whispering Pines 2.8 mi 7.0
Moore Montessori Community School Southern Pines 3.1 mi 7.4
EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Southern Pines 3.2 mi 6.1
STARS Charter Vass 2.8 mi 7.9
Southern Pines Elementary Southern Pines 3.2 mi 6.5
Sandhills Farm Life Elementary Carthage 4.2 mi 7.1
Pinecrest High Southern Pines 3.7 mi 6.9
Southern Middle Aberdeen 4.9 mi 6.6
FATHER CAPODANNO SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Vass 4.7 mi 7.0
Pinehurst Elementary Pinehurst 4.8 mi 8.5
Vass-Lakeview Elementary Vass 5.6 mi 7.8
Aberdeen Elementary Aberdeen 6.8 mi 6.3
Union Pines High Cameron 7.4 mi 7.1
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carthage 7.5 mi 5.1
Crain's Creek Middle Carthage 6.7 mi 6.3
New Century Middle Cameron 7.8 mi 7.1
The Academy of Moore County Aberdeen 8.7 mi 8.1
Carthage Elementary Carthage 9.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 28387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,587

Median Home Value

$366,600

Median Rent

$1,137/mo

Population

15,643

College Educated

52.6%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

39.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Cook Literacy Model School Winston-Salem, NC 6.6
Crossnore Elementary Crossnore, NC 6.6
Lee Woodard Elementary Black Creek, NC 6.6
Lucy S. Herring Elementary Asheville, NC 6.6
New Salem Elementary Marshville, NC 6.6
ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Bern, NC 6.6

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 202 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 11.6:1. 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 NC?

St John Paul II Catholic School ranks #164 of 404 private schools in NC.

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

St John Paul II Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
202
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Moore County

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