St John Paul Ii Catholic High School
Tel:
(256)430-1760
- Established in 1996, St. John Paul II Catholic High School is a Roman Catholic college preparatory school for students in grades 9-12.
- St. John Paul II Catholic High School is the only Catholic parochial high school in the Tennessee Valley and greater Huntsville area.
- The school functions under the sponsorship of the Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama.
- The school is a member in good standing of the National Catholic Educational Association, with accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
- The mission of St. John Paul II Catholic High School is to serve the families of our Catholic parishes and the wider community by providing a Catholic education in a caring environment that stresses academic excellence.
- St. John Paul II Catholic High School is committed to developing the total person in body, mind, and spirit.
- We pledge to teach the message of the Gospel and the Tradition, to form a school community of faith, to provide experiences of liturgy and prayer, and to guide students to loving service.
- We will encourage, challenge, and support each student to learn enthusiastically, to lead honorably, and to live responsibly in our world.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 384 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,300
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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St John Paul Ii Catholic High School places among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- 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) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Year Founded | 1996 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 384 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 21% State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 55 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 12 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | Art, Biology, Calculus A/B, Chemistry, Computer, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, European History, Government, Physics, Psychology, World History, |
| Average SAT score | 1270 |
| Average ACT score | 26 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (School uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $9,300 |
| Admissions Director | Kathleen Tetzlaff |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 14 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 26 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: A Cappella Club, Art Club, Campus Ministry, Culture Club, Cyber Patriots, Epiphany Literary Magazine, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, German Club, Holiday Club, Improv Club, International Club, Latin Club, Liturgical Choir, Love Is Louder, Math Team, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, Physics Club, Pro-Life Club, Scholar's Bowl, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Council, TARC Rocket Team, Thespian Club Arts and Music Programs: Jazz Band |
School Notes
- Established in 1996, St. John Paul II Catholic High School is a Roman Catholic college preparatory school for students in grades 9-12.
- St. John Paul II Catholic High School is the only Catholic parochial high school in the Tennessee Valley and greater Huntsville area.
- The school functions under the sponsorship of the Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama.
- The school is a member in good standing of the National Catholic Educational Association, with accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
- The mission of St. John Paul II Catholic High School is to serve the families of our Catholic parishes and the wider community by providing a Catholic education in a caring environment that stresses academic excellence.
- St. John Paul II Catholic High School is committed to developing the total person in body, mind, and spirit.
- We pledge to teach the message of the Gospel and the Tradition, to form a school community of faith, to provide experiences of liturgy and prayer, and to guide students to loving service.
- We will encourage, challenge, and support each student to learn enthusiastically, to lead honorably, and to live responsibly in our world.
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