Saint John Paul II Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 309 students
Acceptance rate: 85%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Saint John Paul II Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Saint John Paul II Catholic School
Nursery	15
Pre-K	20
Kind	27
1	30
2	30
3	30
4	30
5	30
6	32
7	35
8	30

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia / Language-based or Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1985

Colors

Burgandy, Black and Silver

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Student Body

Total Students

309 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

22:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

We accept FTC, FES, FES-UA, Florida Pre K Voucher

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFlag Football

GolfSoccer

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Creative Writing ClubDigital Art

Digital Production 101Digital Production 201

Drone FlyingInnovation Studio

Lego Jr ClubLego Masters Club

Minecraft ClubNational Junior Honor Society

Pro-LifeStudent Council

Vintage Video Games Club

School Notes

Saint John Paul II Catholic School seeks to encourage eachstudent to be his/her best self by developing good habits of heart,mind, body and soul.
This is achieved in a loving, affirmativeatmosphere, where administration, faculty, and staff are dedicatedto the growth and development of each young person throughproclaiming the message of Jesus Christ by creating community,providing education, and praising God.
Our teachers are state certified and committed to reinforcing the Christian values taughtat home.
We are proud of our faculty and the contributions theymake.
Our goal is to provide each child an opportunity to growmentally, physically, and spiritually' in preparation for life'schallenges and life's fulfillment.
We are located in semi-ruralLecanto, Florida, where we have a campus bustling with activitiesand learning experiences that reflect our Christian values.
Our"Twelve Pillars" are: Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Respect,Obedience, Scholarship, Sacrifice, Prayer, Faith, Discipleship,Purity, and Service.
They are a focus for teachers to integrateinto lesson plans, for students in interacting with fellow studentsand faculty, and in striving to live the gospel of Jesus Christ.

School Mascot: Eagle

Saint John Paul II Catholic School is dedicated to forming faithful, loving, and honorable disciples determined to serve our global community. Through a commitment to academic excellence, our Catholic virtues and Apostolic traditions guide us to learn about Christ and inspire others.
Our Beliefs Include:
- We love God through our thoughts, words and actions.
- There is good in the world and it grows with us.
- God`s love guides our ability to achieve.
- Our time together is precious.
- We support the learning needs of all.
Our Core Values:
- Faith
- Love
- Integrity
- Perserverance
- Service

Source: Verified school update

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What schools are Saint John Paul II Catholic School often compared to?

Saint John Paul II Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Seven Rivers Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Saint John Paul II Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of Saint John Paul II Catholic School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does Saint John Paul II Catholic School offer?

Saint John Paul II Catholic School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Saint John Paul II Catholic School's ranking?

Saint John Paul II Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Saint John Paul II Catholic School?

The application deadline for Saint John Paul II Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Florida is $13,762 for elementary schools and $14,551 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Florida is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).