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Pope John Paul II High School

  • LocationLacey, WA
  • Type and sizeDiocesan school · Grades 9–12 · 102 students
Official website

Pope John Paul II High School is a Catholic college-preparatory school for grades 9 to 12 in Lacey, Washington. Its mission describes a Catholic secondary education within a challenging academic, spiritual and co-curricular environment. The campus ministry page describes a weekly Mass, a Mass that opens each school year, retreats for every grade and student-led prayer services in Advent and Lent. The school requires four years of theology and service hours that total 80 over four years.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Pope John Paul II High School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.25 miSacred Heart Catholic Church: 0.2 mi1Campus Ministry at Pope John Paul II High School: 0.1 miPope John Paul II High School (campus)N0.1 mi
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  1. Sacred Heart Catholic Church — 0.2 mi · 812 Bowker Street Southeast, Lacey

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Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

N/ASacramental life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Sacramental life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearWeekly (The campus ministry page describes a weekly Mass for students, plus weekly class and school liturgies.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students gather for Weekly Mass as a central part of campus life, providing regular opportunities to grow in faith, celebrate the Eucharist, and strengthen their relationship with Christ.”
      The school holds a weekly Mass for students as a central part of campus life.
      “In addition to weekly class and school liturgies, parents and friends of the school are always welcome to attend.”
      The school holds weekly class and school liturgies that parents and friends may attend.
      “At the beginning of each school year, all students participate in the Mass of the Holy Spirit, celebrated with over 600 students from Catholic schools, Pre-K through college, across the South Sound area.”
      All students take part in the Mass of the Holy Spirit at the start of each school year.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (A weekly Mass is published. The named campus minister is a theology teacher.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students gather for Weekly Mass as a central part of campus life, providing regular opportunities to grow in faith, celebrate the Eucharist, and strengthen their relationship with Christ.”
      The school holds a weekly Mass for students as a central part of campus life.
    2. JPII Faculty and Staff | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/jp2staff · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Mrs. Francesca Brownsberger Theology & Campus Minister”
      Francesca Brownsberger is listed as the school's Theology and Campus Minister.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (The graduation requirements say students must pass four years of theology.)
    Sources (1)
    1. College-Prep Academics | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/college-prep-academics · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students must pass four years of theology to successfully complete the graduation requirements of Pope John Paul II High School.”
      Four years of theology are required for graduation.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (The mission describes a Catholic secondary education, and the English department description says it integrates the values and teachings of the Catholic Church. Other departments use similar wording.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Who We Serve Grades 9–12 Catholic college-preparatory education”
      The school serves grades 9 through 12 with a Catholic college-preparatory education.
    2. College-Prep Academics | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/college-prep-academics · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “The mission of English education in the high school, while integrating the values and teachings of the Catholic Church”
      The English department says it integrates the values and teachings of the Catholic Church.
BCampus culture: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

73 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (Retreats are described for freshman, sophomore, junior and senior students. The junior retreat description repeats the freshman retreat text.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “The Freshman Retreat welcomes students into the Pope John Paul II community and helps them begin their high school journey with a strong sense of belonging.”
      A retreat is offered to freshmen.
      “The Sophomore Retreat challenges students to consider how faith shapes their decisions and actions.”
      A retreat is offered to sophomores.
      “Junior Retreat Faith and Prayer”
      A retreat is listed for juniors, titled Faith and Prayer.
      “As seniors prepare for life beyond high school, this retreat offers a valuable opportunity to pause, reflect, and discern their next steps.”
      A retreat is offered to seniors.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus ministry staffOne (One campus minister is listed: the Theology & Campus Minister.)
    Sources (1)
    1. JPII Faculty and Staff | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/jp2staff · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Mrs. Francesca Brownsberger Theology & Campus Minister”
      Francesca Brownsberger is listed as the school's Theology and Campus Minister.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsOne (One faith-based student group is listed: the Campus Ministry Team. Bible studies and faith-sharing groups are encouraged; not listed as groups.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Co-Curricular Activities | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/co-curricular-activities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Current Co-Curricular Offerings Baking Club Campus Ministry Team”
      The Campus Ministry Team is listed among current co-curricular offerings.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayNot enough information: not found in official sources.
AService and Catholic social teaching: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required service hours40 or more hours over four years (Required service is 10 hours as a freshman, 20 as a sophomore, 20 as a junior and 30 as a senior, a total of 80 hours over four years.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Build a strong foundation of service by completing 10 community service hours during your freshman year.”
      Freshmen must complete 10 community service hours.
      “Expand your commitment to serving others by completing 20 community service hours.”
      Sophomores must complete 20 community service hours.
      “Continue developing leadership and compassion through 20 community service hours.”
      Juniors must complete 20 community service hours.
      “Demonstrate your commitment to service by completing 30 community service hours during your senior year.”
      Seniors must complete 30 community service hours.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes (The theology department description says the Church's teaching on morality and social justice is explored in its courses.)
    Sources (1)
    1. College-Prep Academics | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/college-prep-academics · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “The Church’s teaching on morality and social justice emphasize that faith in Jesus as Christ obligates one to live as a person for others.”
      The theology department says the Church's teaching on social justice is part of its courses.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (The campus ministry describes promoting social justice through service, and required service placements include feeding, shelter and outreach ministries.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students may fulfill service requirements through approved organizations and community initiatives, including:”
      Students fulfill service requirements through approved organizations, such as Rebuilding Together, Table Grace Feeding Ministry and Catholic Community Service.
      “to promote social justice through service to others.”
      The campus ministry program promotes social justice through service.
      “They demonstrate compassion for victims of injustice and know that they are called to actively commit to building a just society.”
      The community service program asks students to commit to building a just society.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Weekly Mass is described as a central part of campus life.
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students gather for Weekly Mass as a central part of campus life, providing regular opportunities to grow in faith, celebrate the Eucharist, and strengthen their relationship with Christ.”
      The school holds a weekly Mass for students as a central part of campus life.
  • Retreats are described for every grade from freshman through senior year.
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “The Freshman Retreat welcomes students into the Pope John Paul II community and helps them begin their high school journey with a strong sense of belonging.”
      A retreat is offered to freshmen.
      “The Sophomore Retreat challenges students to consider how faith shapes their decisions and actions.”
      A retreat is offered to sophomores.
      “As seniors prepare for life beyond high school, this retreat offers a valuable opportunity to pause, reflect, and discern their next steps.”
      A retreat is offered to seniors.
  • Four years of theology are required for graduation.
    Sources (1)
    1. College-Prep Academics | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/college-prep-academics · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students must pass four years of theology to successfully complete the graduation requirements of Pope John Paul II High School.”
      Four years of theology are required for graduation.
  • Required community service totals 80 hours over four years.
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Pope John Paul II High Schoolpopejp2hs.org/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Build a strong foundation of service by completing 10 community service hours during your freshman year.”
      Freshmen must complete 10 community service hours.
      “Expand your commitment to serving others by completing 20 community service hours.”
      Sophomores must complete 20 community service hours.
      “Continue developing leadership and compassion through 20 community service hours.”
      Juniors must complete 20 community service hours.
      “Demonstrate your commitment to service by completing 30 community service hours during your senior year.”
      Seniors must complete 30 community service hours.

Concerns

None recorded.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry at Pope John Paul II High School

  • Address: 5608 Pacific Avenue SE, Lacey, WA 98503
  • Distance from campus: less than 0.1 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)

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Source: popejp2hs.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026, popejp2hs.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

6 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 0 off campus, 6 location not published

Faith formation 1

  • Student-led prayer services
    Advent and Lent
    Student-led prayer services during the liturgical year, including Advent and Lent.
    popejp2hs.org

Clubs and groups 1

  • Campus Ministry Team
    A student team listed among the school's co-curricular offerings.
    popejp2hs.org

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • Weekly Mass and class liturgies
    Weekly
    A weekly Mass for students, plus weekly class and school liturgies. Parents and friends of the school are welcome.
    popejp2hs.org, popejp2hs.org
  • Mass of the Holy Spirit
    Beginning of each school year
    All students take part, celebrated with students from Catholic schools across the South Sound area.
    popejp2hs.org

Retreats 1

Service 1

  • Community service program
    Required service of 80 hours over four years, through approved organizations such as Rebuilding Together, Table Grace Feeding Ministry and Catholic Community Service.
    popejp2hs.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

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Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
78 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.91%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.10.4 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeDiocesan school
DioceseArchdiocese of Seattle, WA
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)102
Students in grades 9–12102
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio10.4 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges91%
SettingCity

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Seattle

The Most Reverend Paul D. Etienne, Archbishop of Seattle

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: archseattle.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Questions families ask

Is Pope John Paul II High School a Catholic high school?
Yes. Pope John Paul II High School is a Catholic high school in the Archdiocese of Seattle.
What is Pope John Paul II High School’s Compass Score?
88 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Is Pope John Paul II High School Compass Recommended?
Yes. Pope John Paul II High School meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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