John Paul II Catholic School

What John Paul II Catholic School does

John Paul II Catholic School (JPII) is a private Catholic college-preparatory school serving grades 6-12 in Ridgeland, South Carolina, operating under the Diocese of Charleston on a 73-acre campus. Founded in August 2013 with 57 students in grades 7-9, the school has expanded to record enrollment of 372 students in 2023-2024, with plans to grow to 500 within five years. The school delivers a comprehensive academic program anchored by 22 Advanced Placement courses including the AP Capstone Diploma, 8 Pre-AP courses, and a Project Lead the Way (PLTW) STEM program recognized in the top 1% nationally, with pathways in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science. The academic portfolio is supplemented by 18 varsity sports across three seasons as a member of SCISA, performing arts, visual arts, media arts, faith formation through Campus Ministry and Act29 Peer Ministry, and college counseling via Naviance with NCAA eligibility support; the Class of 2024 achieved 100% college acceptance with over $5.6 million in scholarships. The school's technology stack relies on standard SaaS platforms rather than proprietary systems: FACTS for tuition and financial aid management, RenWeb for enrollment and student information, Naviance for college readiness, Finalsite for web and communications, and a one-to-one laptop initiative. Revenue is generated primarily through annual tuition of $15,900 for grades 6-8 and $17,900 for grades 9-12, supplemented by application fees, AP exam fees, transportation and athletic fees, auxiliary services, fundraising through the Warrior Fund and thrift store, and an active 'Where Faith and Innovation Meet' capital campaign underwriting a planned Innovation Center. The school employs a direct-to-consumer admissions motion led by Admissions Director Anne McClure, supported by private campus tours, structured visit days, Open House events, social media presence across Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn, and word-of-mouth referrals from current families that is identified as a primary enrollment driver.

Name

John Paul II Catholic School

Legal name

John Paul II Catholic School

Website

https://johnpaul2school.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

John Paul II Catholic School is a private Catholic college-preparatory school serving grades 6-12 in Ridgeland, South Carolina, offering AP coursework, PLTW STEM pathways, athletics, fine arts, and faith formation under the Diocese of Charleston, with 372 students enrolled as of 2023-2024 and plans to reach 500.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Catholic Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

Keywords

• Private catholic education
• College preparatory curriculum
• STEM curriculum programs
• Faith formation education
• Interscholastic athletics

Headquarters

HQ city

Ridgeland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue: Primary revenue source from tuition payments. Grades 6-8: $15,900/year; Grades 9-12: $17,900/year. Payment options include monthly (11 months), bi-monthly, or semester installments through FACTS. Families paying in full by July 1 receive 3% discount. Multi-child discounts available: 2nd child $750, 3rd+ $1,000 per child.
2. Fees and Auxiliary Services: Additional revenue from application fees ($125), AP exam fees ($110-$150 per exam), bus fees ($1,250/year), sports fees ($150 per sport), and lunch programs.
3. Fundraising and Donations: Warrior Fund (annual giving), capital campaigns (Where Faith and Innovation Meet campaign), thrift store operations, and community events generate charitable contributions and donations to support school programs and expansion.
4. Tuition Assistance: School provides tuition assistance through FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment. Maximum assistance per student does not exceed 50% of published tuition rate. Parish discount of $1,500 available for active Catholic parishioners verified by parish pastor annually.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

John Paul II Catholic School is a private Catholic college-preparatory institution serving grades 6-12 in Ridgeland, South Carolina, operated under the Diocese of Charleston. The school delivers a comprehensive education that combines rigorous college-preparatory academics (including 22 AP courses, AP Capstone Diploma, and PLTW STEM pathways) with Catholic faith formation, interscholastic athletics (18 varsity sports), and fine arts programs. Core offerings include tuition-based enrollment, athletic and arts programming, faith formation retreats, and college counseling services.

Product overview

John Paul II Catholic School is a Catholic educational institution serving grades 6-12 in Ridgeland, SC. The school's academic portfolio includes a comprehensive STEM program through Project Lead the Way (PLTW) with Gateway middle school courses and three high school pathways in Computer Science, Engineering, and Biomedical Science. College preparation is supported by 22 Advanced Placement courses, 8 Pre-AP courses, and the AP Capstone Diploma Program. The school provides academic support through the Marian Center for Learning, and enrichment through Performing Arts (music and theater), Visual Arts, and Media Arts programs. Faith formation is integrated through Campus Ministry, Act29 Peer Ministry, and class retreats. Athletic offerings include 18 varsity sports across three seasons. The school operates under a one-to-one technology initiative providing laptops to all students.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Project Lead the Way (PLTW) STEM Program Comprehensive STEM curriculum with Gateway middle school courses (Computer Science for Innovators & Makers, Medical Detectives, Energy & the Environment, App Creators, Flight & Space) and three high school pathways: Computer Science, Engineering, and Biomedical Science.
• Advanced Placement (AP) Courses 22 college-level AP courses across disciplines including Art History, Biology, Calculus AB/BC, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, History, Languages, Psychology, Statistics, and Visual Arts, plus the AP Capstone Diploma Program.
• Marian Center for Learning Academic support center providing individualized assistance to address diverse learning needs of the student body.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% college acceptance rate for Class of 2024
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of Notre Dame - Play Like A Champion TodaycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership since 2023 with University of Notre Dame's Play Like A Champion Today program dedicated to changing the culture of youth sports through education. JPII athletic department uses the GROW approach (Goals + Relationships + Ownership = Winning) to promote character development, leadership, and holistic well-being in student-athletes. Faculty members have completed the Educational Series at Notre Dame, and JPII has hosted first-ever JPII Parent and Coach Like A Champion Today clinics.
• Mercy MissionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Mercy Mission in Hardeeville to support the center through student community service. JPII students collect canned soups, meals, and other items to help fill their shelves, demonstrating commitment to local community service.
• World Affairs Council of Hilton Head IslandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerModel UN club supported by the World Affairs Council of Hilton Head Island, which provides resources and connections for students to compete at Winthrop University each spring in international affairs simulations.
• FACTS (Nelnet Business Solutions)coreTechnology or IntegrationFACTS provides enrollment management, tuition payment processing, and financial aid assessment services. All families are required to establish a FACTS account for tuition payment and incidental billing. FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment used for tuition assistance applications.
• Scholastic Testing Service - High School Placement TestcoreTechnology or IntegrationHSPT (High School Placement Test) from Scholastic Testing Service used for admission and course placement for rising 9th grade applicants. Closed-form testing with scoring/lease program managed through the testing company.
• NaviancecoreTechnology or IntegrationWeb-based college and career readiness platform used by counseling department to help students identify post-secondary choices and future careers through assessments and planning tools.
• FinalsitecoreTechnology or IntegrationFinalsite provides the school's website platform, content management, and digital communications infrastructure powering the school's online presence and parent/student portal.
• RenWebcoreTechnology or IntegrationRenWeb provides school information system (SIS) for enrollment applications, student records management, and administrative operations within the Diocese of Charleston school network.
• SCISA (South Carolina Independent School Association)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJPII is a member of SCISA, the athletic and academic governing body for independent schools in South Carolina. SCISA provides championship competitions, eligibility standards, and regulatory framework for interscholastic sports and academic programs.
• NCAA Eligibility CentercoreTechnology or IntegrationNCAA Eligibility Center for student-athletes seeking to play at Division I or II colleges. JPII provides guidance on registration, academic requirements, and the recruitment process for collegiate athletics.
• Booster Club SponsorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVarious local business sponsors support JPII athletics through the Booster Club, providing financial and promotional backing for athletic programs and events. Includes sponsors like Burr and other local businesses.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Pinewood Preparatory School: Private independent K-12 school in Summerville, SC, within the broader Charleston metro. Comparable as a private college-prep institution, though nonsectarian and serving a different sub-region of coastal South Carolina.
• Savannah Country Day School: Private independent K-12 college-preparatory school in Savannah, GA. Operates a comparable college-prep model with extensive AP offerings and athletic programs in an adjacent coastal market to JPII's Lowcountry footprint.
• Mount de Sales Academy: Catholic college-preparatory high school in Macon, GA. Comparable to JPII in Catholic identity, college-prep mission, and diocesan governance structure, though in a different regional market.
• Charleston Collegiate School: Private independent K-12 school on Johns Island, SC serving the greater Charleston area. Competes for similar college-prep oriented families in the same broader coastal South Carolina market as JPII.
• Ashley Hall: Private independent K-12 school in Charleston, SC with a strong college-preparatory tradition. Comparable to JPII in academic program depth and regional market, though nonsectarian and with a longer operating history.

Broad incumbents

• Providence Day School: Larger private independent K-12 college-preparatory school in Charlotte, NC with a more established brand and broader program portfolio. Comparable in college-prep mission and AP/STEM emphasis, but operates at significantly greater scale than JPII.

Direct peers

• Cardinal Newman School: Catholic diocesan school in Columbia, SC serving grades 7-12. Highly comparable to JPII in faith-based mission, college-prep curriculum structure, and tuition/operational model, though in a different South Carolina market.
• Bishop England High School: Catholic diocesan high school in Charleston, SC serving grades 9-12. Directly comparable to JPII in mission (Catholic college-prep), geographic market (South Carolina Lowcountry), and student demographic, making it the closest direct peer in the region.
• Beaufort Academy: Private independent K-12 school in Beaufort, SC operating in the same Lowcountry market as JPII. Comparable as a private college-preparatory institution competing for the same pool of regional families seeking premium education.
• Hilton Head Preparatory School: Private K-12 college-preparatory school on Hilton Head Island, SC. Operates in the same geographic catchment as JPII and competes for the same affluent, college-focused families in the Lowcountry region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/JPII_Catholic
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCybWP03mvOxR5DhAbTltwWw
• Facebookfacebook.com/JPIICSSC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/john-paul-ii-catholic-school-02
• Instagraminstagram.com/jpii_catholicschool

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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