"The future starts today, not tomorrow." St. John Paul II Mission: We inspire a passion for learning in a Christ-centered environment, where students discover and develop their God-given talents and experience success through academics, faith, and service.
Core Values: Faith- We are rooted in the teachings of our Catholic foundation by sharing the love of God to all.
Family- Building relationships and a sense of belonging with every family, staff member, and student that walks through our door.
Excellence- Our dedicated staff believes in educating the whole child, utilizing smaller class sizes to meet the needs of every student.
Positivity- All individuals feel valued, cared for and respected. We strive to create an atmosphere that contributes to effective teaching, learning, & genuine communication.
Innovative- We will model and empower each student to face the challenges in an ever changing world.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WY School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,100
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
John Paul II Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
194 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Elementary (k-6): $4100
Preschool & Prek: $5200
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Messengers
- Our elementary program educates students in Kindergarten through Sixth Grade. We provide a well rounded, rigorous, and personalized curriculum in Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Religion, PE, Music, Art, and STREAM.Our students are held to a high standard of academic achievement in a loving and Christ-centered environment. We strive to learn each child`s strengths and needs and provide them with the instruction they need to succeed. We offer small class sizes and our average student to teacher ratio is 14:1.Our students follow the Wyoming Department of Education standards. Students pray daily, attend weekly Mass, and participate in religious instruction.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does John Paul II Catholic School cost?
John Paul II Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,100 for private students and $400 for summer students.
What schools are John Paul II Catholic School often compared to?
John Paul II Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of John Paul II Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of John Paul II Catholic School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 77%.
What is John Paul II Catholic School's ranking?
John Paul II Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wyoming for: Largest student body.
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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