How to Apply

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2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR
2027/2028 SCHOOL YEAR

2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR

2026/2027

New Student Applications are now Closed,

but our Waiting Pool is Open!

New student applications are currently closed as we have completed our first round of testing and admissions decisions for the 2026/2027 school year. Should space become available after this initial round, we will reach out to families in our waiting pool.

Please click the button below for additional information and to join the 2026/2027 waiting pool.

2026/2027 wAITING POOL

APPLICATION PROCESS 2026/2027

1. Preparation and Submission of Application

For the 2026/2027 school year, submit applications anytime between October 1, 2025 and February 4, 2026 to be included in the first round of testing and decisions.
To begin the online application, click on the 2026/2027 New Student Application button at the bottom of this page (WILL OPEN ON OCTOBER 1, 2025). You must create a separate application for each child you wish to enroll.
Please call the Admissions Office if you are interested in the 8th grade.
Application and paperwork are due by February 4, 2026.
Applications received after the February application deadline will be tested on a rolling basis as space becomes available.
Please include Mother and Father's information on the application. Use the "ADD CONTACT" button at the bottom to list parents/legal guardians ONLY.
The $350 application / testing fee per child is non-refundable.
Click the button below to view important admissions dates.

Admissions Key Dates

2. Submit Necessary Documents

Please provide the following documents to StJPII by uploading them on your online application account. Teacher Recommendations should be sent directly to StJPII through mail or email to admissions@jp2.org.

*Immunizations, Report Cards, Test Scores and Teacher Recommendations must be in English.

Pre-Kindergarten Applicants

Release of Records (Click here to download the Form)
- Give one copy to your child's current school or daycare and another copy to StJPII.
1 Teacher Recommendation (Click here to download the Form)
Current Report Card or Progress Report (if available)
Current Immunization Record in English from Physician / Health Clinic
- The record must include a date for the immunizations and a doctor’s signature or stamp.
- A “My Chart” record must be signed by the doctor.
- An “Immutrack” record must be signed by the doctor.
- Immunization Requirements is applicable to all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The only exception to the foregoing requirement is a medical exemption. Please read the Archdiocese Immunization Policy by clicking here.
Catholic applicants – Baptismal Certificate
- Required to be considered Catholic in the admissions process.
Visa or LPR card is required if child does not have a United States birth certificate
Birth Certificate
- You will need to bring your child’s OFFICIAL ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE to sign in on testing day.

Kindergarten Applicants

Release of Records (Click here to download the Form)
- Give one copy to your child's current school or daycare and another copy to StJPII.
1 Teacher Recommendation (Click here to download the Form)
Current Report Card or Progress Report (if available)
Current Immunization Record in English from Physician / Health Clinic
- The record must include a date for the immunizations and a doctor’s signature or stamp.
- A “My Chart” record must be signed by the doctor.
- An “Immutrack” record must be signed by the doctor.
- Immunization Requirements is applicable to all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The only exception to the foregoing requirement is a medical exemption. Please read the Archdiocese Immunization Policy by clicking here.
Catholic applicants – Baptismal Certificate
- Required to be considered Catholic in the admissions process.
Visa or LPR card is required if child does not have a United States birth certificate
Birth Certificate
- You will need to bring your child’s OFFICIAL ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE to sign in on testing day.

1st & 2nd Grade Applicants

Release of Records (Click here to download the Form)
- Give one copy to your child's current school and another copy to StJPII.
1 Teacher Recommendation (Click here to download the Form)
Report Cards - Current Year, Last Year
Current Immunization Record in English from Physician / Health Clinic
- The record must include a date for the immunizations and a doctor’s signature or stamp.
- A “My Chart” record must be signed by the doctor.
- An “Immutrack” record must be signed by the doctor.
- Immunization Requirements is applicable to all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The only exception to the foregoing requirement is a medical exemption. Please read the Archdiocese Immunization Policy by clicking here.
Catholic applicants – Baptismal Certificate
- Required to be considered Catholic in the admissions process.
Visa or LPR card is required if child does not have a United States birth certificate
Birth Certificate
- You will need to bring your child’s OFFICIAL ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE to sign in on testing day.

3rd - 7th Grade Applicants

Release of Records (Click here to download the Form)
- Give one copy to your child's current school and another copy to StJPII.
2 Teacher Recommendations (Click here to download the Form)
- One from current Math teacher and one from current Language Arts teacher.
Report Cards - Current Year, Last Year, Two Years Ago
Standardized Test Scores - Last Year, Two Years Ago
Current Immunization Record in English from Physician / Health Clinic
- The record must include a date for the immunizations and a doctor’s signature or stamp.
- A “My Chart” record must be signed by the doctor.
- An “Immutrack” record must be signed by the doctor.
- Immunization Requirements is applicable to all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The only exception to the foregoing requirement is a medical exemption. Please read the Archdiocese Immunization Policy by clicking here.
Catholic applicants – Baptismal Certificate and First Communion Certificate
- Required to be considered Catholic in the admissions process.
Visa or LPR card is required if child does not have a United States birth certificate
Birth Certificate
- You will need to bring your child’s OFFICIAL ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE to sign in on testing day.

3. Schedule of Screening / Testing

Submit the online application and required documents by the deadline in order for your child(ren) to be included in our first round of testing and decisions. First round of admissions testing will be held in February 2026 and you will be e-mailed your child(ren's) testing time on February 9, 2026.
Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Screening - we ask that you allow 1 to 1-1/2 hours. These are age-appropriate developmental assessments for Concepts, Language and Motor Skills.
1st Grade Testing - we ask that you allow 1 to 1-1/2 hours. These tests are grade-appropriate nationally-normed entrance tests.
2nd - 8th Grade Testing - we ask that you allow 3 hours. These tests are grade-appropriate nationally-normed entrance tests.

4. Decision letters will be emailed March 6, 2026

2027/2028 SCHOOL YEAR

2027/2028

New Student Applications will open October 1, 2026

**Please read all information below regarding our admissions process and acceptance criteria prior to completing the online application**

Click below to access the online application.

CLOSED - 2027/2028 new student application

APPLICATION PROCESS 2027/2028

Preparation and Submission of Application

For the 2027/2028 school year, submit applications anytime between October 1, 2026 and February 3, 2027 to be included in the first round of testing and decisions.
To begin the online application, click on the 2027/2028 New Student Application button at the bottom of this page (WILL OPEN ON OCTOBER 1, 2026). You must create a separate application for each child you wish to enroll.
Please call the Admissions Office if you are interested in the 8th grade.
Application and paperwork are due by February 3, 2027.
Applications received after the February application deadline will be tested on a rolling basis as space becomes available.
Please include Mother and Father's information on the application. Use the "ADD CONTACT" button at the bottom to list parents/legal guardians ONLY.
The $350 application / testing fee per child is non-refundable.
Click the button below to view important admissions dates.

Admissions Key Dates

Submit Necessary Documents

*Immunizations, Report Cards, Test Scores and Teacher Recommendations must be in English.

Pre-Kindergarten Applicants

Release of Records (Click here to download the Form)
- Give one copy to your child's current school or daycare and another copy to StJPII.
1 Teacher Recommendation (Click here to download the Form)
Current Report Card or Progress Report (if available)
Current Immunization Record in English from Physician / Health Clinic
- The record must include a date for the immunizations and a doctor’s signature or stamp.
- A “My Chart” record must be signed by the doctor.
- An “Immutrack” record must be signed by the doctor.
- Immunization Requirements is applicable to all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The only exception to the foregoing requirement is a medical exemption. Please read the Archdiocese Immunization Policy by clicking here.
Catholic applicants – Baptismal Certificate
- Required to be considered Catholic in the admissions process.
Visa or LPR card is required if child does not have a United States birth certificate
Birth Certificate
- You will need to bring your child’s OFFICIAL ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE to sign in on testing day.

Kindergarten Applicants

Release of Records (Click here to download the Form)
- Give one copy to your child's current school or daycare and another copy to StJPII.
1 Teacher Recommendation (Click here to download the Form)
Current Report Card or Progress Report (if available)
Current Immunization Record in English from Physician / Health Clinic
- The record must include a date for the immunizations and a doctor’s signature or stamp.
- A “My Chart” record must be signed by the doctor.
- An “Immutrack” record must be signed by the doctor.
- Immunization Requirements is applicable to all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The only exception to the foregoing requirement is a medical exemption. Please read the Archdiocese Immunization Policy by clicking here.
Catholic applicants – Baptismal Certificate
- Required to be considered Catholic in the admissions process.
Visa or LPR card is required if child does not have a United States birth certificate
Birth Certificate
- You will need to bring your child’s OFFICIAL ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE to sign in on testing day.

1st & 2nd Grade Applicants

Release of Records (Click here to download the Form)
- Give one copy to your child's current school and another copy to StJPII.
1 Teacher Recommendation (Click here to download the Form)
Report Cards - Current Year, Last Year
Current Immunization Record in English from Physician / Health Clinic
- The record must include a date for the immunizations and a doctor’s signature or stamp.
- A “My Chart” record must be signed by the doctor.
- An “Immutrack” record must be signed by the doctor.
- Immunization Requirements is applicable to all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The only exception to the foregoing requirement is a medical exemption. Please read the Archdiocese Immunization Policy by clicking here.
Catholic applicants – Baptismal Certificate
- Required to be considered Catholic in the admissions process.
Visa or LPR card is required if child does not have a United States birth certificate
Birth Certificate
- You will need to bring your child’s OFFICIAL ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE to sign in on testing day.

3rd - 7th Grade Applicants

Release of Records (Click here to download the Form)
- Give one copy to your child's current school and another copy to StJPII.
2 Teacher Recommendations (Click here to download the Form)
- One from current Math teacher and one from current Language Arts teacher.
Report Cards - Current Year, Last Year, Two Years Ago
Standardized Test Scores - Last Year, Two Years Ago
Current Immunization Record in English from Physician / Health Clinic
- The record must include a date for the immunizations and a doctor’s signature or stamp.
- A “My Chart” record must be signed by the doctor.
- An “Immutrack” record must be signed by the doctor.
- Immunization Requirements is applicable to all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The only exception to the foregoing requirement is a medical exemption. Please read the Archdiocese Immunization Policy by clicking here.
Catholic applicants – Baptismal Certificate and First Communion Certificate
- Required to be considered Catholic in the admissions process.
Visa or LPR card is required if child does not have a United States birth certificate
Birth Certificate
- You will need to bring your child’s OFFICIAL ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE to sign in on testing day.

Schedule of Screening/ Testing

Submit the online application and required documents by the deadline in order for your child(ren) to be included in our first round of testing and decisions. First round of admissions testing will be held in February 2027 and you will be e-mailed your child(ren's) testing time on February 8, 2027.
Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Screening - we ask that you allow 1 to 1-1/2 hours. These are age-appropriate developmental assessments for Concepts, Language and Motor Skills.
1st Grade Testing - we ask that you allow 1 to 1-1/2 hours. These tests are grade-appropriate nationally-normed entrance tests.
2nd - 8th Grade Testing - we ask that you allow 3 hours. These tests are grade-appropriate nationally-normed entrance tests.

Decision Letters Will Be Emailed March 5, 2027

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

Applicants are considered for acceptance to St. John Paul II Catholic School using the following criteria:

By September 1 of the school year applying for, the child must be four (4) years of age to enroll in
Pre-Kindergarten, five (5) years old to enroll in Kindergarten, and six (6) years old to enter First Grade.
All PreK and Kindergarten students must be fully toilet-trained. No pull-ups or diapers will be allowed.
When all other enrollment criteria are equal, Catholic applicants and/or children of alumni will be accepted over non-Catholic applicants, and Christian applicants will be given priority over non-Christian applicants.
Passing grades of “C” (78%) or better in all subjects are required for the last 3 academic years.
Prior standardized test scores of 60th percentile or higher (1st - 7th Grade) are required for the last three academic years.
PreK and Kindergarten applicants must score 75% or higher on St. John Paul II Catholic School entrance screening. 1st - 7th Grade applicants must score 60% or higher on the entrance exam and demonstrate satisfactory writing skills through their responses to certain parts of the exam.
Behavior and conduct ratings of satisfactory or better on both report cards and teacher recommendations are required.
If the Admissions Committee is undecided, the applicant may be asked to meet with the administration or the teachers for an interview.
Upon acceptance to St. John Paul II, PreK and Kindergarten students MUST re-test annually and meet appropriate percentiles of 75% or above to advance to the next grade.
Students that receive a “Provisional Acceptance” letter will be required to attend StJPII’s Summer Enrichment Program in June. Registration for the Summer Enrichment Program opens on our website in January.