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St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy

2214 Dorchester Ave Dorchester Center, MA 02124
Tel: (617) 265-0019
www.sjp2ca.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,450
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. Gregory School is a multi-cultural community which nurtures the individuality of each child in a respectful environment centered on our Catholic faith and offering a strong academic program designed to prepare each student for success.
  • This mission is demonstrated by our core beliefs and expectations that each child can learn, everyone is respected, individuality is valued and faith is demonstrated in all we do.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,450
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Least expensive tuition
Diversity
Highest percentage of students of color
Student Body
Largest student body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy
Pre-K64
Kind87
139
232
334
429
524
625
731
812
Ungraded89
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Year Founded
2008
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Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
466 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$6,450
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Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Online Application
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Where students are known, loved, and called to excellence.
  • School Mascot: Tigers
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy cost?
St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $6,450 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
Who are famous alumni from St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy?
St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy's ranking?
St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Suffolk County, MA is $20,891 for elementary schools and $27,234 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Suffolk County, MA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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