Very Good
#109 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 11% of private schools
St John Paul II Regional School
Elementary School
515 MARCY AVE, Riverhead, NY 11901
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#109 of 992
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St John Paul II Regional School
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About St John Paul II Regional School
St John Paul II Regional School is a private elementary school in Riverhead, NY. St John Paul II Regional School serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II Regional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, St John Paul II Regional 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.
At 6:1 students to teachers, St John Paul II Regional School 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 Regional 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 Regional School compares to the 6 public schools in Riverhead, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Riverhead
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Paul II Regional School (this school) | 7.7 |
| RIVERHEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| RIVERHEAD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| PULASKI STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| SUFFOLK COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE | — |
| ROANOKE AVENUE SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| PHILLIPS AVENUE SCHOOL | 3.5 |
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 NY.
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 NY
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
515 MARCY AVE, Riverhead, NY 11901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Paul II Regional School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby East Moriches), with a very similar rating. Another option is EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Eastport), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TUTTLE AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Eastport), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Riverhead, see our Riverhead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,252
Median Home Value
$437,500
Median Rent
$2,195/mo
Population
32,921
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
43.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY | 7.7 |
| BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
| DIMITRIOS & GEORGIA KALOIDIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 7.7 |
| PANAMA K-6 SCHOOL Panama, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Paul II Regional School
What grades does St John Paul II Regional School serve?
St John Paul II Regional School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Paul II Regional School?
St John Paul II Regional School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Regional School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Regional School is 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 Regional School rank in NY?
St John Paul II Regional School ranks #109 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St John Paul II Regional School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Paul II Regional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Regional School a private school?
Yes, St John Paul II Regional 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 Regional School a religious school?
St John Paul II Regional School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (631) 727-1650
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