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#281 of 457 private schools in VA
St John Paul the Great Catholic High School
High School
17700 DOMINICAN DR, Dumfries, VA 22026
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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St John Paul the Great Catholic High School
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About St John Paul the Great Catholic High School
St John Paul the Great Catholic High School is a private high school in Dumfries, VA. St John Paul the Great Catholic High School serves approximately 621 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul the Great Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #281 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
St John Paul the Great 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St John Paul the Great Catholic High School compares to the 10 public schools in Dumfries, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Dumfries
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Paul the Great Catholic High School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Covington-Harper Elementary | 7.6 |
| Potomac Shores Middle | 5.5 |
| Swans Creek Elementary | 6.1 |
| Mary Williams Elementary | 5.6 |
| Potomac Middle | 4.5 |
| Potomac High | 5.7 |
| Dumfries Elementary | 4.2 |
| John F. Pattie Sr. Elementary | 7.8 |
| Montclair Elementary | 6.6 |
| A. Henderson Elementary | 6.4 |
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 VA.
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 VA
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
17700 DOMINICAN DR, Dumfries, VA 22026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Paul the Great Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Potomac High (rated 5.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Freedom High (rated 4.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Woodbridge), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dumfries, see our Dumfries schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Covington-Harper Elementary Dumfries | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Potomac Shores Middle Dumfries | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| River Oaks Elementary Woodbridge | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Swans Creek Elementary Dumfries | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Mary Williams Elementary Dumfries | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Potomac Middle Dumfries | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Graham Park Middle Triangle | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Leesylvania Elementary Woodbridge | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Potomac High Dumfries | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Triangle Elementary Triangle | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Dumfries Elementary Dumfries | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Triangle | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| STAR BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Triangle | 2.9 mi | 2.1 |
| Mary G. Porter Traditional Woodbridge | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Freedom High Woodbridge | 3.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Fannie W. Fitzgerald Elementary Woodbridge | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Triangle | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Rippon Middle Woodbridge | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| EVANGEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dale City | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Featherstone Elementary Woodbridge | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,512
Median Home Value
$436,300
Median Rent
$1,802/mo
Population
21,025
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
32.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Paul the Great Catholic High School
What grades does St John Paul the Great Catholic High School serve?
St John Paul the Great Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St John Paul the Great Catholic High School?
St John Paul the Great Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 621 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Paul the Great Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Paul the Great Catholic High School is 12.9:1. 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 the Great Catholic High School rank in VA?
St John Paul the Great Catholic High School ranks #281 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St John Paul the Great Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Paul the Great Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 the Great Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St John Paul the Great 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 St John Paul the Great Catholic High School a religious school?
St John Paul the Great Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 621
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince William County
- Phone
- (703) 445-0300
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