St. John Paul Ii High School (2026 Profile)

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Mission: Saint John Paul II High School provides an exceptional Catholic education, open to all students who aspire to pursue personal excellence through faith, reason, and virtue.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 217 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,000
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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St. John Paul Ii High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. John Paul Ii High School
9	45
10	50
11	53
12	69

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

2006

Colors

Black, Gold

Student Body

Total Students

217 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

86%

State avg.: 42%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

20 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,000

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Tuition Notes

St. John Paul II High School offers and Income-Based Tuition not to exceed $6400

% on Financial Aid

75%

Admissions Director

Laura Okoniewski

Admissions Associate

Peter Martinez

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$9.8 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Weightlifting

School Notes

The creation of St. John Paul II High School is the vision and inspiration of bishop edmond carmody.
As a catholic school, we provide a unique environment in which students can experience the presence of the holy spirit.
Its focus is on the individual person's spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, cultural and physical development. Recognizing the varied backgrounds and abilities of our students, John Paul II High School provides a college preparatory education requiring diligence, rigor and consistent effort in order to develop each student's personal potential for scholastic achievement.
In their course work, students engage in the pursuit of excellence and learn to become critical thinkers.
Students are challenged to become witnesses to the Christian virtues so as to become true disciples of the Lord Jesus not only in their family life but also in the community.

School Motto: Be Not Afraid!
School Mascot: Centurion

Mission - Saint John Paul II High School provides anexceptional Catholic education, open to all students whoaspire to pursue personal excellence through faith, reason, and virtue. The creation of John Paul II High School is the vision and inspiration of bishop edmond carmody. As a catholic school, we provide a unique environment in which students can experience the presence of the holy spirit. Its focus is on the individual person's spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, cultural and physical development. Recognizing the varied backgrounds and abilities of our students, John Paul II High School provides a college preparatory education requiring diligence, rigor and consistent effort in order to develop each student's personal potential for scholastic achievement. In their course work, students engage in the pursuit of excellence and learn to become critical thinkers. Students are challenged to become witnesses to the Christian virtues so as to become true disciples of the Lord Jesus not only in their family life but also in the community.

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How much does St. John Paul Ii High School cost?

St. John Paul Ii High School's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.

What schools are St. John Paul Ii High School often compared to?

St. John Paul Ii High School is often viewed alongside schools like Incarnate Word Academy High School by visitors of our site.

What sports does St. John Paul Ii High School offer?

St. John Paul Ii High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. St. John Paul Ii High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for St. John Paul Ii High School?

The application deadline for St. John Paul Ii High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. John Paul Ii High School located?

St. John Paul Ii High School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 11 other private schools located in South Side.

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October 12, 2026 (Monday)

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