Spiritual and Academic Leadership of Dominican Sisters Exceptional Faculty and Staff Accredited College Prep Curriculum, including AP and Honors courses Flagship Bioethics Program Unique House system State-of-the-Art Classroom and Athletic Facilities Competitive Athletic Program Special Education: The Options Program Tuition Assistance and Transportation Options.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John Paul The Great Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
IEP support accommodations
Year Founded
2008
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
621 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
We have both a casual and formal uniform. Both are provided through Flynn & O
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Please view our tuition information on our website: www.jpthegreat.org
Admissions Director
Ms. Sarah Moffit
Admissions Associate
Ms. Natalie Williams
Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Astronomy Club, Chess Club, Creative Writing Club, Drama Club, French Club, Latin Club, Life Savers Pro-Life Club, Math Club, National Honor Society, Options Club, Robotics Club, Servant Leadership Association, Service Club, Spanish Club, World Languages National Honor Society
School Notes
- Established in 2008, as Saint John Paul the Great Catholic High School is a fully accredited college preparatory high school of the Diocese of Arlington, under the leadership of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia. Rooted in the Dominican traditions of prayer, study, community, and service, Saint John Paul the Great is committed to the education and formation of youth, with special emphasis on the ethical development of students. The college preparatory curriculum challenges each student at the appropriate level offering three levels of academic study Academic, Advanced, and Honors/AP. The curriculum also includes a four year Bioethics curriculum which makes John Paul the Great the only high school in the country to do so. Written specifically for the school, the Bioethics program provides students with the ethical foundation needed to address the serious medical and bio-tech issues of today. Through this program, students are encouraged to make wise personal decisions and learn how to responsibly promote ethical policies and practices which bring greater respect and dignity to the human person. John Paul the Great was the first high school in Virginia to institute the House System, which fosters school spirit and provides opportunities for students to participate and lead on a regular basis through various competitions, team-building activities, and service projects. John Paul the Great also offers a wide range of co-curricular activities and 17 different sports competing at the Varsity and Junior Varsity levels through the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association. The school`s exceptional faculty and staff have built a dynamic environment which will enable your child to prepare academically for college while also enjoying a full, happy, high school experience. The school emphasizes individual student achievement, character formation, spiritual growth, leadership skills, and relationship-building in a fun, safe, supportive setting.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. John Paul The Great Catholic High School offer?
St. John Paul The Great Catholic High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. John Paul The Great Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is St. John Paul The Great Catholic High School's ranking?
St. John Paul The Great Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. John Paul The Great Catholic High School?
The application deadline for St. John Paul The Great Catholic High School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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