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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
C
Matriculation C
Academics C
Extracurriculars C
Community B+
Reviews N/A
Bishop McNamara High School exists primarily to serve the Catholic Christian community of the Kankakee area, while welcoming students of all faiths. A strong sense of community based on Christian love, care, concern, and sacrifice, unites students, parents, alumni, faculty, and administrators. Through a synthesis of faith, culture and life, students are challenged and empowered to commit themselves to sharing the Good News.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$9040
Enrollment
800
International Students
1%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
64%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:17
AP
9
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24

Matriculation

(2014-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#7 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#10 Northwestern University 1 +
#18 Columbia University 1 +
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 +
#36 Boston College 1 +
#41 Boston University 1 +
#51 Purdue University 1 +
#72 Indiana University Bloomington 1 +
#72 Knox College 1 +
#77 Baylor University 1 +
#77 Clemson University 1 +
#77 Loyola Marymount University 1 +
#77 Michigan State University 1 +
#83 Marquette University 1 +
#83 University of Iowa 1 +
#97 University of Illinois at Chicago 1 +
#105 Miami University: Oxford 1 +
#115 Creighton University 1 +
#115 Loyola University Chicago 1 +
Arizona State University 1 +
#121 University of Missouri: Columbia 1 +
#127 University of Dayton 1 +
#137 DePaul University 1 +
#137 University of Alabama 1 +
#137 University of Kentucky 1 +
#166 Bradley University 1 +
#176 Valparaiso University 1 +
#182 Belmont University 1 +
#219 Illinois State University 1 +
#263 Southern Illinois University Carbondale 1 +
Augustana University 1 +
Benedictine University 1 +
Butler University 1 +
Carthage College 1 +
Culver-Stockton College 1 +
Eastern Illinois University 1 +
Illinois Wesleyan University 1 +
Kankakee Community College 1 +
Lewis University 1 +
North Central College 1 +
Northeastern Illinois University 1 +
Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 1 +
Olivet Nazarene University 1 +
Penn State University Park 1 +
The Citadel 1 +
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1 +
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2014-2023 2014-2022 2012-2015 Total
All schools 27 34 9
#2 Columbia University 1 +admitted 1 2
#9 Northwestern University 1 +admitted 1 1 + 3
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1 +admitted 1 2
#13 Dartmouth College 1 1
#14 Washington University in St. Louis 1 1
#19 University of Notre Dame 1 +admitted 1 1 + 3
#28 University of Florida 1 + 1
#34 University of Rochester 1 1
#36 Boston College 1 +admitted 1 2
#42 Boston University 1 +admitted 1 2
#42 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 1
#42 Tulane University 1 + 1
#47 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1 +admitted 1 1 + 3
#49 Ohio State University: Columbus Campus 1 +admitted 1 2
#49 Purdue University 1 +admitted 1 1 + 3
#55 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1 1
#68 Indiana University Bloomington 1 +admitted 1 2
#75 Loyola Marymount University 1 +admitted 1 2
#75 Baylor University 1 +admitted 1
#75 Clemson University 1 +admitted 1
#75 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 1 + 1
#83 Michigan State University 1 +admitted 1 2
#83 Marquette University 1 +admitted 1 2
#83 University of Iowa 1 +admitted 1 2
#103 Saint Louis University 1 1 + 2
#103 Miami University: Oxford 1 +admitted 1 2
#103 University of Illinois at Chicago 1 +admitted 1 2
#103 Loyola University Chicago 1 +admitted 1 1 + 3
#103 Creighton University 1 +admitted 1 2
#103 Drexel University 1 1
#117 Arizona State University 1 +admitted 1 2
#122 University of Missouri: Columbia 1 +admitted 1 2
#127 Seattle University 1 1
#127 University of Kentucky 1 +admitted 2 3
#127 University of Dayton 1 +admitted 1 2
#127 DePaul University 1 +admitted 1 2
#148 University of Alabama 1 +admitted 1 2
Penn State University Park 1 +admitted 1 2

Academics

AP

(9)
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
Chemistry
English Literature and Composition
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
United States History
Physics 1
European History
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Sports

(6)
Baseball
Cheerleading
Soccer
Softball
Track and Field
Volleyball

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(4)
academic team
student club
fine arts
athletic team

Contact Info

https://www.bishopmac.com/
550 West Brookmont Kankakee, Illinois 60901
815-932-7413
blanier@gphomestay.com
Illinois

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: 9-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1922
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

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Frequently Ask Questions about Bishop McNamara Catholic High School

Tell me a bit about Bishop McNamara Catholic High School.
Bishop McNamara Catholic High School is Co-ed private day school located in Illinois, US. It was founded 1922 , and currently has about 800 students, 1.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.bishopmac.com/.
Does Bishop McNamara Catholic High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Bishop McNamara Catholic High School is offering 9 AP courses.

Bishop McNamara Catholic High School also have 64% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Bishop McNamara Catholic High School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2014-2023, some students attended Johns Hopkins University, Northwestern University, Columbia University, University of Notre Dame and Boston College.
What is the application requirement for Bishop McNamara Catholic High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Bishop McNamara Catholic High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Bishop McNamara Catholic High School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Bishop McNamara Catholic High School in 2024 is $9,040 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at blanier@gphomestay.com .
Where is Bishop McNamara Catholic High School located?
Bishop McNamara Catholic High School is located in the State of Illinois of USA.
How popular is Bishop McNamara Catholic High School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Bishop McNamara Catholic High School is within top 2000 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Bishop McNamara Catholic High School has been favorited by 1 users.
How to start with an application with Bishop McNamara Catholic High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Bishop McNamara Catholic High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Bishop McNamara Catholic High School’s official site: https://www.bishopmac.com/ or call them at 815-932-7413.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Bishop McNamara Catholic High School?
Yes, here are few: Deer Creek Christian School, Illinois Lutheran High School and Kankakee Trinity Academy.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Bishop McNamara Catholic High School?
The overall rating for Bishop McNamara Catholic High School is C.

The section ratings of Bishop McNamara Catholic High School are:
C for Matriculation
C for Academics
C for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community

Nearby City

Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Illinois, is one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the U.S. Known for its iconic skyline, the city boasts architectural marvels such as the Willis Tower and John Hancock Center. Chicago is also home to world-class museums, including the Art Institute of Chicago, famous for its extensive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. With a rich cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and a legacy in jazz and blues music, Chicago stands as a hub of history, culture, and innovation.
Population (2022) 2,853,114
Cost of Living Higher than average 22%
Nearby Airport O‘Hare International Airport
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