Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: 8-12
Enrollment: 323 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,350
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 8-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School
8	54
9	80
10	54
11	70
12	65

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1980

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Student Body

Total Students

323 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 22%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

55%

Average Class Size

18 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Number of AP Courses

11 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus

ChemistryEnglish Grammar

English LiteratureUS Government

US History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,350

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Tuition Notes

Financial assistance is available to qualifying families that submit an application

% on Financial Aid

25%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,000

Acceptance Rate

97%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Pam Lisotta

Admissions Associate

Pam Lisotta

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceFootball

GolfSoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

Colors

Navy Blue, Gold, Scarlet

School Mascot

Jaguar

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

22 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Art ClubBuddies Program

Catholic Athletes for ChristDebate Team

Eucharistic MinistersForeign Language Club

History ClubHOSA: Future Medical Professionals of America

Media ClubMu Alpha Theta

National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society

Sanctity of LifeSpirit Team

Student AmbassadorsStudent Council

Students Against Substance Abuse

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Arts and Music Programs:

BandChoir

Drama

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Board GamersGlobal Jags

School Notes

Pope John Paul II, in eastern St. Tammany Parish, is a regional, coeducational, college preparatory school that provides a Catholic academic setting for young men and women in grades 8th through 12th through a standards-based educational curriculum infused with the Catholic Identity Standards. As a school dedicated to the pillars of Academic Excellence, Faith Development and Leadership, the students are challenged to excel, while growing in self-confidence, self-worth and thoughtful inquiry in this environment.

Pope John Paul II, in eastern St. Tammany Parish, is a regional, coeducational, college preparatory school that provides a Catholic academic setting for young men and women through a standards-based educational curriculum infused with the Catholic Identity Standards.As a school dedicated to the pillars of Academic Excellence, Faith Development and Leadership, the students are challenged to excel, while growing in self-confidence, self-worth and thoughtful inquiry in this environment. A challenging honors curriculum is also available to students who qualify. College preparatory, Honors, and Advanced Placement curriculum are available. In addition, academic majors are available for juniors and seniors in the areas of medicine and education. Upper-level students may also choose electives from an array of Virtual School classes. Dual Enrollment is also available, where a student is able to earn college credit while still in high school. Faith development is an essential part of the Pope John Paul II school community. Leadership from a strong theology department helps the student body, and staff form a Christ-centered community. In addition to a five-year theology program, students live out their faith through a volunteer service program, dedicating 50 percent of their required service hours to their church parishes and the remainder to the local community and school. Students organize and facilitate school Masses and eucharistic prayer services. A liturgical choir performs at school services, and a school retreat team assists with grade-level retreats. Leadership opportunities are plentiful at Pope John Paul II. The small school atmosphere allows students to assume leadership roles in a variety of extracurriculars, including 29 different clubs and 23 sports teams. National Honor Society students provide many services, including tutoring, and the Student Council coordinates a busy calendar ofactivities for the entire student body. A full range of athletics is offered to students, including: football, volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball, swimming, tennis, golf, cross country, soccer, powerlifting, track, cheerleading and dance team. Other extra-curricular activities include, but are not limited to, quiz bowl, speech and debate team, drama club, media club, Math and History Clubs, and a Student Ambassador program. Technology at Pope John Paul II contributes to and enhances the curriculum and student`s educational experience. Every student utilizes an iPad in instruction, which is one to one Mac based. Students can access thousands of educational apps and study aids. The campus features wireless network access. Classrooms are equipped with the latest in projection technology, allowing faculty to fully integrate technology into daily lesson plans. Pope John Paul II High School is a vibrant educational community providing greater Slidell and the Archdiocese of New Orleans with a quality Catholic school education steeped in church history, but remaining fully alive to the opportunities and challenges of the 21st century. In the spirit of Saint John Paul II, this school daily lives out his motto, "Totus Tuus" or "totally yours," in the lives of all it serves.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School cost?

Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $8,350 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School offer?

Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Pope John Paul Ii Catholic High School?

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

School Reviews

5 8/20/2012

My son graduated from pjp last year and had a very positive experience all four years. I would definitely recommend to all considering a great education of the whole student!

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in St. Tammany Parish, LA is $8,969 for elementary schools and $10,222 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in St. Tammany Parish, LA is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).