I graduated from Padre Pio Academy in 2017. I can honestly say that Padre Pio Academy is my second home. The teachers here are so dedicated. My classmates became my family. My teachers became second parents. The faith is taught every day, in every classroom. We would pray the rosary every day, and every Friday the whole school goes to mass. During my first semester at college, I had an A+ in college level mathematics, and an A in college writing. I know that my education at PPA prepared me very well for college. I love this school. I can't wait to send my own children here someday. read more

DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD HERE! This school is filled with nothing but bullies. I went here from kindergarten to high school and was treated terrible by not only other students but the teachers as well. The principle is not a nice person. The education is terrible considering what you are paying. This school teaches you your faith while giving examples of how a catholic should not be behave. The teachers constantly would make fun or scream at the students in front of the whole school (it's extremely small) instead of nicely taking them aside and confronting them about the personal issue. I cried at least once a week after school and had such bad anxiety before class because of how mean the teachers were. There is also a very bad favoritism problem. Your grade is solely based on how favorited you are and if the teachers don't like you than you're screwed. Instead of detention, like a normal school, the make you do yard work for a week during your recess and lunch ( that whole week you don't get recess or lunch because you raking leaves in the front). When I transferred to my other high school in 2019 I was embarrassed on how little I knew and I had to be held back. the pandemic hit after I transferred and I am so mad that my only school memories are from this shit school. Overall you'd be better off at Public school or homeschooled because you learn nothing here besides exactly opposite of what God would want. read more

I attended this school from first grade all the way through high school. It prepared me very well for college, but more important than that, it has a big focus on the catholic faith. With small class sizes, the teacher-to-student ratio is almost 1-3, which means the students get much more attention to their educational needs. I also love the fact that there is a church on the same property which allows for Friday morning Masses for the school, as well as the daily recitation of the Rosary in the chapel. Great school! read more

Great teachers and curriculum! Small classes so students receive more individualized attention. I graduated from this school over 15 years ago and still keep in touch with some of my classmates. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a top-grade education for their children. read more

Who do they report to? And who is above them? According to diocese of orange they do not belong there nor to any association or organization. And according to national center for education they are listed as a regular school not private. I'm confused! Can't pay for something that is false. And the priest isn't registered with the dioceses either read more

I went to this school from grade 1-12 and I think it is a wonderful school. It prepared me for college and taught me my faith. The teachers truly care about the spiritual well being of the students. I now send my own son there and love the fact that he is able to make friends who share his faith. read more

Great school, great teachers! This school feels more like a big family. I attended this school from kindergarten-12th grade and am very grateful for that. This school teaches and lives the traditional values that the public schools lack. Daily rosary, weekly Mass, along with all the academics. Looking forward to having my children attend this Traditional Catholic school. read more

I can't say enough good things about this school. I attended PPA for all four years of high school and had such a wonderful experience. From practicing my faith to attending basketball games and dances to working hard to get good grades, it had everything I needed to have a great high school experience. I have made some amazing friends through this school, who I still keep in contact with on a weekly basis. The teachers and staff work extremely hard to make sure everyone is succeeding. I love this school and hope to send my own children there one day. read more

I went to this school for 9 years of my life. This school will instill in your children the true Catholic Faith. If the academics are as they were when I was there, they are excellent. When I left PPA and went to a public school I was placed in advanced classes across the board. I dropped out of school due to some life choices I made, but when I returned to college over a decade later I maintained a 4.0 GPA the whole time. There are downfalls here, as there are everywhere. If you wish to find better schooling in Orange County that will help to pass on the Catholic Faith to your child, I suggest that you homeschool. Every parent is talented enough for that task, and the duty really lies with you and not others. if you cannot homeschool, send your children here. read more

I went to Padre Pio Academy from K - 12th Grade and could not have asked for a better education to get me to where I am today. It prepared me well academically to attain my engineering degree in college as well as gave me strong roots in the Catholic faith. I encourage anyone out there looking for a good Catholic school, to send their children to Padre Pio Academy. There they can receive the same education I received from the most dedicated and caring teachers you can find. In addition, your children will meet life-long friends in the process that believe in the same Faith. I still see the same friends I went to school with all those years on a weekly basis either at get-togethers or Sunday Mass. There is nothing like having the relationships that I have been blessed to make while attending Padre Pio Academy. read more

I went to this school from 1st-12th and it became a second home and a second family. While its smaller size makes it unique and unlike any other private Catholic school. You get the opportunity not only to learn your Catholic religion but to live it. I have so many wonderful memories there with not only my classmates but even my teachers as well! They have fun events that include everyone and are some of my favorite memories growing up! I consider myself blessed to have been able to go to this school. I know I've made friends to last a life time! read more

Do not let its small size fool you... Padre Pio Academy houses an extraordinary faculty and staff. I graduated from PPA over a decade ago and attended first through twelfth grade. The school shares grounds with Our Lady Help of Christians (celebrating the traditional Catholic mass daily). While the Catholic faith is taught and is of upmost importance, the school has a rich curriculum which fashions its students to do well in day to day life. Classrooms may be small in body size but this allows teachers to center on each persons individual needs in order to grow. Students that attend Padre Pio Academy leave with the Catholic faith as the core and become successful in their own right many thanks to the teachers and staff who deeply care for their students well-being and mind but most importantly, their soul. read more

I had the privilege and good grace of being sent to PPA by my parents. PPA is a great Catholic school with a great faculty. The focus on religious and academic education of the students is second to none. PPA is a smaller school and as such there is a great rapport between students and teachers. There is more attention with the smaller class sizes. Our principal and teachers work very hard and selflessly to ensure the best of their students and school. PPA is one huge reason why we have not moved away. As a graduate of PPA, I know first hand what the school has to offer and I will definitely be sending my kids here. It's also worth mentioning that the school builds bonds between the students and most/all are still very close to each other. To have Catholic friends strong in their faith is very important. My wife and best friends are all graduates of PPA. A holy happy family that I pray everyone may have. read more

This school is amazing. As someone who works in education I know that my children are receiving a quality education with a foundation in faith. My kids are encouraged, inspired and pushed to achieve success in all aspects of their lives. Thank you PPA read more

Padre Pio Academy is a wonderful Catholic school! I attended this school from first-12th grade and am so grateful my parents sent me here. The teachers are the most caring and selfless people who really care about each and every student. The rosary is said daily, and the Catholic faith taught is what shapes the students into who they are today. read more

Real Catholic OC School --- children exposed to the traditions of the faith-- uniforms required---families expected to volunteer some of their time---- traditional chapel on grounds---close nit-----high academic preformance-----A+ read more

Padre Pio Academy is a a great Catholic school. This school teaches K-12 and offers some other extra curricular activities. After going to public school my whole life I was a little apprehensive starting Padre Pio in 10th grade. The uniforms and curriculum were all new to me. I have to say the transition was almost seamless. The teachers were all so charitable as I adjusted. Being a convert I really learned my Catholic Faith, and not only in religion class. The Faith is implemented in daily life and in all classes. The lessons challenge your intellect and I went on to college fully prepared. The students are privileged to have the Rosary available to them daily and the Holy Mass on Friday's, as well as other Sacraments like Confession. My husband attended this school from kindergarten through 12th. We were blessed to have met here and have such a strong foundation due to all that we've learned at Padre Pio Academy. read more