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#413 of 534 private schools in NJ
Pope John Xxiii Middle School
Middle School
28 ANDOVER RD, Sparta, NJ 07871
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
5th – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#413 of 534
In Sparta
#3 of 4
public schools
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About Pope John Xxiii Middle School
Pope John Xxiii Middle School is a private middle school in Sparta, NJ. Pope John Xxiii Middle School serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pope John Xxiii Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #413 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Pope John Xxiii Middle 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 Pope John Xxiii Middle School compares to the 8 public schools in Sparta, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sparta
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pope John Xxiii Middle School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Alpine Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Mohawk Avenue School | 7.6 |
| Helen Morgan School | 7.5 |
| 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
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 NJ.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
28 ANDOVER RD, Sparta, NJ 07871
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pope John Xxiii Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Long Pond School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Newton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sparta Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Halsted Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Newton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sparta, see our Sparta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POPE JOHN XXIII HIGH SCHOOL Sparta | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pope John Xxiii Middle School
What grades does Pope John Xxiii Middle School serve?
Pope John Xxiii Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 7th.
How many students attend Pope John Xxiii Middle School?
Pope John Xxiii Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope John Xxiii Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pope John Xxiii Middle School is 14.3:1. 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 Middle School rank in NJ?
Pope John Xxiii Middle School ranks #413 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Pope John Xxiii Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pope John Xxiii Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Middle School a private school?
Yes, Pope John Xxiii Middle 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 Middle School a religious school?
Pope John Xxiii Middle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 7th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sussex County
- Phone
- (973) 729-6125
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