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Matriculation A-
Academics A+
Extracurriculars A+
Community A-
Reviews A
Carmel Catholic High School is a Catholic, college preparatory secondary school for young men and women from ninth through twelfth grades. Every student to us is a unique and worth individual with great potential waiting to be discovered and harnessed. We value and encourage creativity and we provide a loving and supportive environment where every student can feel successful as a person. We firmly believe that a young person learns from his or her total experience of the school setting, so we strive to address the religious, academic, social, psychological, and physical development of the young person through the school
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$37,900
Enrollment
1150
International Students
4.2%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
89%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
AP
20
Average SAT Score
1360
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
20

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2022)
Ranking University/College Students
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1
#6 University of Chicago 1
#9 California Institute of Technology 1
#9 Duke University 2
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1
#9 Northwestern University 5
LAC #2 Amherst College 1
#14 Washington University in St. Louis 4
#17 Cornell University 2

AP Scores

(2022-2023)
Number of students who took AP tests
254
Number of tests taken
849
88%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(20)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Comparative Government and Politics
Computer Science A
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Comparative Government and Politics
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
European History
French Language and Culture
Music Theory
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Psychology
Statistics
Studio Art: 2-D Design
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
Computer Science AB
Spanish Language and Culture
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Sports

(17)
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Gymnastics
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
Cross Country
Dance
Ice Hockey
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(48)
Anime Club
Art Club
Academic Challenge
Astronomy Club
Ancient Civilization Club
Bicycle Club
Anime Club
Art Club
Academic Challenge
Astronomy Club
Ancient Civilization Club
Bicycle Club
Badminton Club
Bowling Club
Business Competition
Business Club
Book Club
Chess Team
Comic Club
Debate Club
Diversity and Equity Council
Environmental Club
eSports and Games
Females in STEM
Film Club
French Club
Future Educator Club
Game Club
Health Careers Program
Intramural Sports
Knitting Club
K-Pop Club
Key Club
Latin Club
Literary Magazine
Math Team
Model U.N.
Mock Trial
Movie Club
National Honor Society
Orchesis Dance Club
Photography Club
Ping Pong Club
PAWed Club
Robotics Teams
Scholastic Bowl
Student Council
Student Ambassadors
Science Club
Ski Club
Social Justice Club
Spanish Club
Youth & Government
Yearbook
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Arts

(26)
Band
Choir
Dance
Drama
Guitar
Jazz
Band
Choir
Dance
Drama
Guitar
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Percussion
String
Ceramics
Drawing
Graphic Design
Painting
Photography
Studio Art
Sculpture
Art
Mixed Media
Rock
Drumline
Jazz Combo
Marching Band
Carmel Cadence
Tap Dance
Treble Choir
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School Link

Contact Info

http://www.carmelhs.org/
1 Carmel Pkwy, Mundelein, IL 60060
847-566-3000
admissions@amerigoeducation.com
Illinois

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: 9-12
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1962
Campus Size: 50 acres
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Pre Interview: No Requirement
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Frequently Ask Questions about Carmel Catholic High School

Tell me a bit about Carmel Catholic High School.
Carmel Catholic High School is Co-ed private day school located in Illinois, US. It was founded 1962 , and currently has about 1150 students, 4.20% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.carmelhs.org/.
Does Carmel Catholic High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Carmel Catholic High School is offering 20 AP courses.

Carmel Catholic High School also have 89% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Carmel Catholic High School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 53.99% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 14.13% go to top 25, and about 0.72% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Carmel Catholic High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Carmel Catholic High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Carmel Catholic High School?
The day tuition for Carmel Catholic High School in 2024 is $37,900 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@amerigoeducation.com .
Where is Carmel Catholic High School located?
Carmel Catholic High School is located in the State of Illinois of USA. The closest major city is Chicago, which is about 32 miles away from school. Most families can choose O‘Hare International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Carmel Catholic High School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Carmel Catholic High School is among the most popular schools, within top 444 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Carmel Catholic High School has been favorited by 24 users.
How do I complete an application for Carmel Catholic High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Carmel Catholic High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Carmel Catholic High School’s official site: http://www.carmelhs.org/ or call them at 847-566-3000.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Carmel Catholic High School?
Yes, here are few: Lake Forest Academy, Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart and Westlake Christian Academy.

The closest major city is Chicago. You can find out more schools near Chicago here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Carmel Catholic High School?
The overall rating for Carmel Catholic High School is A.

The section ratings of Carmel Catholic High School are:
A- for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews

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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