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#476 of 534 private schools in NJ

Pope John Xxiii High School

High School

28 ANDOVER RD, Sparta, NJ 07871

Private

Enrollment

691

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Jersey private schools

#476 of 534

In Sparta

#4 of 4

public schools

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Pope John Xxiii High School

4.8/10

High School in Sparta · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pope John Xxiii High School

Pope John Xxiii High School is a private high school in Sparta, NJ. Pope John Xxiii High School serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pope John Xxiii High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #476 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares1.0 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Pope John Xxiii High 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 Pope John Xxiii High School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Sparta, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
This School
vs
9.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
691
This School
vs
550
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.8
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87% vs 0%
Black 5.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Pope John Xxiii High School Sparta Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Pope John Xxiii High School (this school) 4.8
Sparta High School 5.9
Northern Hills Academy 5.9
Sparta Middle School 6.8
Sussex County Technical School 6.1
Sussex County Technology Charter School 5.1

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 NJ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,206
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Enrollment 691
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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 NJ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 87.0%
Black 5.4%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 2.6%
Two or More 1.6%
Native American 0.4%
Pacific Islander 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

28 ANDOVER RD, Sparta, NJ 07871

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pope John Xxiii High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sussex County Technical School (rated 6.1/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sparta High School (rated 5.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sparta, see our Sparta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
POPE JOHN XXIII MIDDLE SCHOOL Sparta 0.0 mi 5.5
REV GEORGE A BROWN SCHOOL Sparta 0.2 mi 5.8
Alpine Elementary School Sparta 0.7 mi 7.3
Mohawk Avenue School Sparta 1.5 mi 7.6
Helen Morgan School Sparta 1.6 mi 7.5
ALPINE MONTESSORI - SPARTA Sparta 1.9 mi
Florence M. Burd Newton 2.0 mi 5.4
Long Pond School Newton 2.0 mi 9.1
BROADSTEP ACADEMY Sparta 2.9 mi
Northern Hills Academy Sparta 2.9 mi 5.9
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sparta 2.9 mi 7.1
Sparta High School Sparta 2.7 mi 5.9
Sparta Middle School Sparta 3.5 mi 6.8
Sussex County Technical School Sparta 4.4 mi 6.1
Halsted Middle School Newton 4.6 mi 6.4
Merriam Avenue School Newton 4.6 mi 3.6
Sussex County Technology Charter School Sparta 5.9 mi 5.1
LAKELAND ANDOVER SCHOOL Newton 4.7 mi
Ogdensburg Borough School Ogdensburg 5.1 mi 5.0
Newton High School Newton 5.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07871 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$167,443

Median Home Value

$462,900

Median Rent

$1,831/mo

Population

21,167

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

90.6%

Avg Commute

38.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

42.2

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Burlington City High School Burlington, NJ 4.7
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Cinnaminson High School Cinnaminson, NJ 4.9
Haddon Township High School Westmont, NJ 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pope John Xxiii High School

What grades does Pope John Xxiii High School serve?

Pope John Xxiii High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Pope John Xxiii High School?

Pope John Xxiii High School has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope John Xxiii High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pope John Xxiii High School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pope John Xxiii High School rank in NJ?

Pope John Xxiii High School ranks #476 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Pope John Xxiii High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pope John Xxiii High School 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 Pope John Xxiii High School a private school?

Yes, Pope John Xxiii High 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 Pope John Xxiii High School a religious school?

Pope John Xxiii High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
691
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sussex County

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