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#26 of 56 private schools in SD
Top 45% of private schools
John Paul II Elementary School
Elementary School
1510 W ELM AVE, Mitchell, SD 57301
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Dakota private schools
#26 of 56
In Mitchell
#2 of 2
public schools
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John Paul II Elementary School
Elementary School in Mitchell · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Paul II Elementary School
John Paul II Elementary School is a private elementary school in Mitchell, SD. John Paul II Elementary School serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John Paul II Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 56 private schools in SD.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- SD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, John Paul II Elementary 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, John Paul II Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
John Paul II Elementary 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 John Paul II Elementary School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mitchell, SD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Paul II Elementary School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Abbott House Elementary - 06 | — |
| L. B. Williams Elementary - 03 | 7.2 |
| Mitchell Middle School - 02 | 5.9 |
| Longfellow Elementary - 05 | 8.4 |
| Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 | 6.1 |
| Rosedale Colony Elementary - 11 | — |
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 SD.
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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 SD
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
1510 W ELM AVE, Mitchell, SD 57301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Paul II Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow Elementary - 05 (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Vernon Elementary - 02 (rated 8.3/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ethan Elementary - 02 (rated 7.7/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Ethan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mitchell, see our Mitchell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,671
Median Home Value
$191,300
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
19,142
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
12.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rosholt Elementary - 02 Rosholt, SD | 6.6 |
| Burke Elementary - 02 Burke, SD | 6.4 |
| Howard Elementary - 02 Howard, SD | 6.4 |
| Elementary Immersion Center - 43 Sioux Falls, SD | 6.9 |
| North Park Elementary - 08 Belle Fourche, SD | 6.9 |
| Frederick Area Elementary - 02 Frederick, SD | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Paul II Elementary School
What grades does John Paul II Elementary School serve?
John Paul II Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend John Paul II Elementary School?
John Paul II Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does John Paul II Elementary School rank in SD?
John Paul II Elementary School ranks #26 of 56 private schools in SD.
What is John Paul II Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Paul II Elementary 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 John Paul II Elementary School a private school?
Yes, John Paul II Elementary 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 John Paul II Elementary School a religious school?
John Paul II Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Davison County
- Phone
- (605) 996-2365
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