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#305 of 571 private schools in WI
John Paul II Academy
Elementary School
2023 NORTHWESTERN AVE, Racine, WI 53404
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#305 of 571
In Racine
#9 of 13
public schools
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John Paul II Academy
Elementary School in Racine · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Paul II Academy
John Paul II Academy is a private elementary school in Racine, WI. John Paul II Academy serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John Paul II Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #305 of 571 private schools in WI.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
John Paul II Academy 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 Academy compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Racine, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Paul II Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| Racine Alternative Learning | 6.0 |
| Gilmore Fine Arts School | 4.4 |
| Wadewitz Elementary | 5.4 |
| Julian Thomas Elementary | 4.8 |
| Walden III High | 4.9 |
| Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary | 3.9 |
| 21st Century Preparatory School | 3.0 |
| Red Apple Elementary | 5.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 4.8 |
| Fratt Elementary | 4.0 |
| RUSD Montessori | 8.1 |
| Knapp Elementary | 5.5 |
| Jerstad-Agerholm School | 2.7 |
| Starbuck - An IB World School | 5.0 |
| Bull Early Education Center | 4.0 |
| All District 4 Year Old Kindergarten | 3.1 |
| Mitchell School | 3.8 |
| Johnson Elementary | 4.3 |
| West Ridge Elementary | 2.2 |
| Gifford School | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Racine
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 WI.
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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 WI
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
2023 NORTHWESTERN AVE, Racine, WI 53404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Paul II Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF GRACE ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Racine, see our Racine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Racine Alternative Learning Racine | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Gilmore Fine Arts School Racine | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| RACINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Racine | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Horlick High Racine | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Wadewitz Elementary Racine | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Racine Youthful Offender Warren Young High Racine | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Walden III High Racine | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary Racine | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Julian Thomas Elementary Racine | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| 21st Century Preparatory School Racine | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI Racine | 0.9 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Red Apple Elementary Racine | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Park High Racine | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Fratt Elementary Racine | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Racine | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Racine | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE ACADEMY Racine | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF RACINE Racine | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,714
Median Home Value
$126,800
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
12,438
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
49.1%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
28.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brookfield, WI | 6.2 |
| Hillsboro Elementary Hillsboro, WI | 6.2 |
| Lakeview Elementary Whitewater, WI | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Wausau, WI | 6.2 |
| Mitchell Elementary West Allis, WI | 6.2 |
| NORTHWEST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Paul II Academy
What grades does John Paul II Academy serve?
John Paul II Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend John Paul II Academy?
John Paul II Academy has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at John Paul II Academy is 17.3:1. 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 Academy rank in WI?
John Paul II Academy ranks #305 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is John Paul II Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
John Paul II Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, John Paul II Academy 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 Academy a religious school?
John Paul II Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 201
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Racine County
- Phone
- (262) 637-2012
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