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B+ 4.0 Pennsylvania, US
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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
B+
Matriculation B+
Academics A
Extracurriculars A-
Community A
Reviews B
Central Catholic High School, a college preparatory high school for boys. The school strives to provide a challenging, relevant, and diverse program of academics and extracurricular activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and scholarship while developing leadership rooted in the Gospel values of integrity, respect, service, justice, and peace.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$21750
Enrollment
712
International Students
1%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
73%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
Endowment
$9 millions
AP
19
Average SAT Score
1380
Average ACT Score
25
Class Size
21

Matriculation

(2019-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#3 Stanford University 1 +
#3 Yale University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#10 Duke University 1 +
#12 Dartmouth College 1 +
#13 Vanderbilt University 1 +
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 1 +

AP Scores

(2018)
Number of students took AP test
166
Number of tests taken
258
54%
28%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(19)
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
European History
Human Geography
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
United States History
United States Government and Politics
Computer Science A
French Language and Culture
Psychology
Physics C: Mechanics
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Calculus BC
Computer Science Principles
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Sports

(14)
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Floor Hockey
American Football
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Floor Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Skiing
Soccer
Swimming
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(56)
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Bowling Club image
Camp Champagnat image
Campus Ministry Image
Anime Club image
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Bowling Club image
Camp Champagnat image
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Central Harmony image
Chamber Ensembles image
Chess Club image Chinese Culture Club image
Christmas Project image
Cinema Club image
Coding Club image
Concert Band image
Concert Choir image
CROWN Club graphic
Dance Team
DECA image
Drone Club image Gaming Club image
Gavel Club image
Homeroom Missions Representatives
Improv Club image Interact Club image
Jazz Band image
Karate Club image
Liturgical Band & Chorus image
Liturgy Team Image
Marist Mentors image
Marist Youth Group image
Math Team
Middle Eastern Cultural Club image Mock Trial image
Model United Nations image
National Honor Society image
Neuroscience Club: IYNA image
Outdoor Adventure Club image
Passport Club image
Peer Leaders image
Percussion Ensemble image
Photography Club image
Prayer Leaders image
Project Rebuild image
Project Recycle image Raider Review image
Retreat Program image
Robotics Club image
SCOPE image
Ski & Snowboard Club image
Spectrum image
Student Alumni Association
Student Ambassadors image
Student Council image
Students for Life & Hope Walk image
Theatre Guild Image
United We Stand image
Visions Coffeehouse image
Visions Literary & Arts Magazine image
Weight Room image
Yearbook: The
Florentian image
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Arts

(9)
Band
Choir
Music Theory
Theater
Painting
Photography
Band
Choir
Music Theory
Theater
Painting
Photography
Sculpture
Studio Art
Art
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Contact Info

https://www.centralcatholichs.com/
4720 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412-208-3400
bmiller@centralcatholichs.com
Pennsylvania

Basic Info

All-boys
Day S. Grades: 9-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1927
Campus Size: 1.5 acres
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

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Frequently Ask Questions about Central Catholic High School PA

Tell me a bit about Central Catholic High School PA.
Central Catholic High School PA is All-boys private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1927 , and currently has about 712 students, 1.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.centralcatholichs.com/.
Does Central Catholic High School PA have rigorous academic requirements?
Central Catholic High School PA is offering 19 AP courses.

In recent years, 54 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Central Catholic High School PA also have 73% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Central Catholic High School PA students typically go for their colleges?
In 2019-2023, some students attended Princeton University, Stanford University, Yale University, University of Chicago and University of Pennsylvania.
What is the application requirement for Central Catholic High School PA?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Central Catholic High School PA’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Central Catholic High School PA’s All-boys student?
The total fee for Central Catholic High School PA in 2024 is $21,750 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 bmiller@centralcatholichs.com .
Where is Central Catholic High School PA located?
Central Catholic High School PA is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA.
How popular is Central Catholic High School PA on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Central Catholic High School PA is within top 800 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Central Catholic High School PA has been favorited by 7 users.
How to start with an application with Central Catholic High School PA?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Central Catholic High School PA. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Central Catholic High School PA’s official site: https://www.centralcatholichs.com/ or call them at 412-208-3400.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Central Catholic High School PA?
Yes, here are few: The Ellis School, Oakland Catholic High School and Winchester Thurston School.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Central Catholic High School PA?
The overall rating for Central Catholic High School PA is B+.

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

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