John Paul Ii Catholic School

Saint John Paul II Catholic School is a diocesan Roman Catholic school in Okatie, South Carolina, United States.
Founded in 2011 and opened in 2013, the school offers grades 6 through 12 for students in Beaufort and Jasper counties.
The school is supported through its affiliation with the Diocese of Charleston.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 260 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,300
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Blue, Gold
Campus Size
73 acres

Student Body

Total Students
260 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
John Paul Ii Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: 'Do not be afraid.'
  • School Mascot: Golden Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does John Paul Ii Catholic School cost?
John Paul Ii Catholic School's tuition is approximately $17,300 for private students.
When is the application deadline for John Paul Ii Catholic School?
The application deadline for John Paul Ii Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 260 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,300
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in South Carolina is $10,136 for elementary schools and $10,322 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in South Carolina is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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