Very Good
#225 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 25% of private schools
John Paul II Catholic High School
High School
6720 FM 482, New Braunfels, TX 78132
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#225 of 883
In New Braunfels
#2 of 6
public schools
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About John Paul II Catholic High School
John Paul II Catholic High School is a private high school in New Braunfels, TX. John Paul II Catholic High School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John Paul II Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, John Paul II Catholic High 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 Catholic 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.
John Paul II Catholic High 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
BetaHow John Paul II Catholic High School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in New Braunfels, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Paul II Catholic High School (this school) | 7.2 |
| DAVENPORT H S | 5.5 |
| THE NBISD LEARNING CENTER | 5.9 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS H S NINTH GRADE CENTER | 5.6 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS H S | 4.6 |
| COMAL DISCIPLINE CENTER | 5.1 |
| COMAL ACADEMY | 3.8 |
| MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S | 8.0 |
| CANYON H S | 6.1 |
| SMITHSON VALLEY H S | 7.2 |
| JJAEP | — |
| CANYON LAKE H S | 6.2 |
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 TX.
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 TX
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
6720 FM 482, New Braunfels, TX 78132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Paul II Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SAMUEL CLEMENS H S (rated 6.7/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Schertz), with a comparable rating. Another option is BYRON P STEELE II H S (rated 6.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Schertz), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DAVENPORT H S (rated 5.5/10, 4.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New Braunfels, see our New Braunfels schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DANVILLE MIDDLE New Braunfels | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| COMAL CREEK EL New Braunfels | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| SST SCHERTZ San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| JOHN A SIPPEL EL Schertz | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| CIBOLO VALLEY EL Cibolo | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ELAINE S SCHLATHER INT Cibolo | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL SCHOOL - CIBOLO Cibolo | 4.1 mi | 4.4 |
| GREEN VALLEY EL Schertz | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL New Braunfels | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| BYRON P STEELE II H S Schertz | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WIEDERSTEIN EL Cibolo | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BARBARA JORDAN INT Cibolo | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| GARDEN RIDGE EL New Braunfels | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| WATTS EL Cibolo | 5.0 mi | 4.0 |
| LAURA INGALLS WILDER INT Schertz | 5.2 mi | 6.1 |
| DOBIE J H Cibolo | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| DAVENPORT H S New Braunfels | 4.9 mi | 5.5 |
| NORMA J PASCHAL EL Schertz | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Braunfels | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| SAMUEL CLEMENS H S Schertz | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,934
Median Home Value
$570,900
Median Rent
$1,531/mo
Population
40,383
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AGUA DULCE H S Agua Dulce, TX | 7.2 |
| BURLESON COLLEGIATE H S Burleson, TX | 7.2 |
| CAST STEM H S San Antonio, TX | 7.2 |
| CHICO H S Chico, TX | 7.2 |
| GARRISON H S Garrison, TX | 7.2 |
| GRIFFIN SCHOOL Austin, TX | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Paul II Catholic High School
What grades does John Paul II Catholic High School serve?
John Paul II Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John Paul II Catholic High School?
John Paul II Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Catholic High School is 7.9:1. 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 Catholic High School rank in TX?
John Paul II Catholic High School ranks #225 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is John Paul II Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Paul II Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, John Paul II Catholic 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 John Paul II Catholic High School a religious school?
John Paul II Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Gender Split
- 97% M / 3% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Comal County
- Phone
- (830) 643-0802
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