Pope John Xxiii High School
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(973)729-6126
- Pope John XXIII Regional High School Mission Statement: Through the inspiration of Pope Saint John XXIII, we seek to strengthen Catholic faith; promote academic excellence, integrity, and leadership; and practice love, care, and compassion for all human beings in the gospel spirit of Jesus Christ.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: 8-12
- Students: 734 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,500
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Pope John Xxiii High School places among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) AdvancED |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 8-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1956 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 734 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 5% State avg.: 30% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 71 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 24 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government, AP Computer Science, AP Economics, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP French, AP Human Geography, AP Italian, AP Latin, AP Physics C, AP Physics I, AP Physics II, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP U.S. Government, AP U.S. History, AP World History |
| Average SAT score | 1188 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Varies by grade) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,500 |
| Admissions Director | Mr. George Mihalik, Enrollment Director |
| Admissions Associate | Mrs. Anne Kaiser, Director |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 18 sports |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track, WrestlingAlpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 28 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Academic Team, American Spirit Singers, Chess Team, Debate Club, Faith & Ministry, Film Club, French Club, FTC Robotics, Future Business Leaders of America, Green Team, Habitat for Humanity, Interact Club, Italian Club, Key Club, Microscopy Club, Mock Trial, Music Club/Show Band, Pawprints, Pep Band, Photography Club, Pope John Players - Theater, S.A.B. - Stand Against Bullying, Science League, Search for Christian Maturity, Ski Club, Spanish Club, Stand Tall, Zero Robotics |
School Notes
- Since 1956, Pope John XXIII Regional High School has challenged its students to "Be an Honor to the Father." The high school is part of The Catholic Academy of Sussex County, a PreK-12th grade community, located in Sparta, New Jersey. The unique 45-acre campus hosts three schools -- Rev. George A. Brown Memorial School (PreK-4), Pope John XXII Middle School (5-7), and Pope John XXIII Regional High School (8-12) -- designed to promote academic excellence and meet the specific needs of each age group. Students attend First Friday Liturgy and Liturgies on Holy Days of Obligation in addition to their daily participation in faith-centered classrooms.
- Students at Pope John XXIII Regional High School can avail of numerous Fine Arts courses in theater, visual arts, choral music, and instrumental music in additon to a full complement of 135 courses on three levels - 74 Regular, 37 Honors, and 24 Advanced Placement. We invite you to visit our website at www.popejohn.org and explore the Academics tab to review departments and course offerings.
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School Reviews
| 5 The school swim team is amazing! The girl's team has won 123 conference meets in a row and 15 consecutive NJAC Conference Championships. The boy's team is undefeated this year and should win the NJAC. Smart kids and great athletes in a family atmosphere. - Posted by Teacher - Martin |
| 5 I like this school a lot thus why I selected pope John as my first choice. l will write my BECE this year. - Posted by Student/Alumni - Addo David Brown |
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