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#56 of 284 private schools in TN

Top 19% of private schools

Pope John Paul II Preparatory School

High School

117 CALDWELL DR, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Private

Enrollment

753

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#56 of 284

In Hendersonville

#1 of 5

public schools

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Pope John Paul II Preparatory School

7.3/10

High School in Hendersonville · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pope John Paul II Preparatory School

Pope John Paul II Preparatory School is a private high school in Hendersonville, TN. Pope John Paul II Preparatory School serves approximately 753 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pope John Paul II Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares1.6 pts above TN schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Pope John Paul II Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Pope John Paul II Preparatory 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.

Pope John Paul II Preparatory School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Pope John Paul II Preparatory School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Hendersonville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
This School
vs
14.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
753
This School
vs
817
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.5% vs 0%
Black 8.2% vs 0%
Asian 5.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 5% vs 0%
Pope John Paul II Preparatory School Hendersonville Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Pope John Paul II Preparatory School (this school) 7.3
Merrol Hyde Magnet School 7.8
Hendersonville High School 6.7
Robert E Ellis Middle 8.3
V G Hawkins Middle School 7.5
Beech Sr High School 6.4
T. W. Hunter Middle School 9.4
Knox Doss Middle School at Drakes Creek 8.4

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 TN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 40%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Enrollment 753
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.5%
Black 8.2%
Asian 5.7%
Hispanic 5.0%
Two or More 4.0%
Pacific Islander 0.4%
Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

117 CALDWELL DR, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pope John Paul II Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MADISON ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hendersonville High School (rated 6.7/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hendersonville, see our Hendersonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
RESTORING HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville 0.3 mi 6.1
Madison Creek Elementary Goodlettsville 2.2 mi 9.4
HENDERSONVILLE BIBLE KINDERGARTEN Hendersonville 2.2 mi
METRO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goodlettsville 2.2 mi 5.9
HENDRESONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hendersonville 2.1 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINING CENTER FOR TN/NCME Hendersonville 2.1 mi 6.5
Goodlettsville Elementary Goodlettsville 2.4 mi 4.4
Gene W. Brown Elementary Hendersonville 2.5 mi 8.7
Goodlettsville Middle Goodlettsville 2.5 mi 3.4
Merrol Hyde Magnet School Hendersonville 2.5 mi 7.8
Gateway Elementary Madison 2.9 mi 7.2
FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Old Hickory 3.5 mi 4.6
Amqui Elementary Madison 3.5 mi 6.5
DuPont Elementary Old Hickory 3.9 mi 7.3
V G Hawkins Middle School Hendersonville 3.6 mi 7.5
Hendersonville High School Hendersonville 3.6 mi 6.7
Robert E Ellis Middle Hendersonville 3.6 mi 8.3
MADISON ACADEMY Madison 4.4 mi 7.6
Walton Ferry Elementary Hendersonville 4.2 mi 8.2
MADISON CAMPUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison 4.6 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,597

Median Home Value

$403,400

Median Rent

$1,552/mo

Population

72,541

College Educated

42.1%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

40.4

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GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN 7.3
Henry Co High School Paris, TN 7.3
L N STEM Academy Knoxville, TN 7.2
Lewis Co High School Hohenwald, TN 7.2
South Gibson County High School Medina, TN 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pope John Paul II Preparatory School

What grades does Pope John Paul II Preparatory School serve?

Pope John Paul II Preparatory School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Pope John Paul II Preparatory School?

Pope John Paul II Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 753 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope John Paul II Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pope John Paul II Preparatory School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pope John Paul II Preparatory School rank in TN?

Pope John Paul II Preparatory School ranks #56 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Pope John Paul II Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pope John Paul II Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Paul II Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Pope John Paul II Preparatory 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 Paul II Preparatory School a religious school?

Pope John Paul II Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
753
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
88
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Sumner County

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