Pope John Paul II Academy is a small, Catholic, college preparatory school that preserves and promotes the sacred traditions of the Roman Catholic Church.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked LA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,800
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
John Paul The Great Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Navy Blue, Burgundy
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
267 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
5 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Ryan Verret
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Guardian
- Pope John Paul II Academy is a small, Catholic, college preparatory school that preserves and promotes the sacred traditions of the Roman Catholic Church.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does John Paul The Great Academy cost?
John Paul The Great Academy's tuition is approximately $5,800 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of John Paul The Great Academy?
The acceptance rate of John Paul The Great Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. John Paul The Great Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Louisiana with low acceptance rates.
What is John Paul The Great Academy's ranking?
John Paul The Great Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for John Paul The Great Academy?
The application deadline for John Paul The Great Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(337) 235-0267
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Carencro Bob Lilly Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
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(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
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(337) 521-7880
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Rank:
Rank:
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(337) 521-7960
Lafayette, LA 70507
(337) 521-7960
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