Bishop Connolly High School

At Bishop Connolly High School, we believe that a mission-driven, standards-based curriculum, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, facilitates academic, spiritual, physical, cultural and social growth among students; ongoing professional development in the spiritual, academic and pedagogical domains cultivate a more skilled and nurturing faculty; all students can come to know and have a personal experience with Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church; all students can learn provided they are given the appropriate contextual support.
Critical thinking can be taught and nurtured. Students learn best in an environment that is safe, secure and accountable; Catholic, holistic approach to education facilitates the development of life-long learners who become leaders in the secular world; and families are a vital component of the school community.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,975
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bishop Connolly High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1967

Student Body

Total Students
247 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Bishop Connolly High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
32%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
FACTS emrollment required (monthly withdrawl system)
% on Financial Aid
45%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Anthony C. Ciampanelli

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Campus Ministry, Food Pantry, Language Honor Society, Liturgical Ensemble, Math Team, Mock Trial/Debate, National Honor Society, Pro-Life Club, ROV Club, Student Ambassadors, Student Council, Van Gogh Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Bishop Connolly Film Club, Chorus, Theater Club

School Notes

  • At Bishop Connolly High School, we believe that a mission-driven, standards-based curriculum, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, facilitates academic, spiritual, physical, cultural and social growth among students; ongoing professional development in the spiritual, academic and pedagogical domains cultivate a more skilled and nurturing faculty; all students can come to know and have a personal experience with Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church; all students can learn provided they are given the appropriate contextual support. Critical thinking can be taught and nurtured. Students learn best in an environment that is safe, secure and accountable; Catholic, holistic approach to education facilitates the development of life-long learners who become leaders in the secular world; and families are a vital component of the school community.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Connolly High School cost?
Bishop Connolly High School's tuition is approximately $9,975 for private students.
What schools are Bishop Connolly High School often compared to?
Bishop Connolly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bishop Stang High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Connolly High School?
The acceptance rate of Bishop Connolly High School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 70%.
What sports does Bishop Connolly High School offer?
Bishop Connolly High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Bishop Connolly High School's ranking?
Bishop Connolly High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Connolly High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Connolly High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
We love Bishop Connolly! It has been a wonderful experience. Everyone is so helpful, they want your child to succeed. The teachers are always willing to give extra help when needed and they put each child first in everything they do. couldn't have made a better choice!
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5  
Bishop Connolly provides an excellent learning opportunity for students. The quality of the teachers and their commitment to provide "extra effort" on an individual student basis is outstanding. It was a pleasure to have my grandson graduate from Bishop Connolly. Ed Horan.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,975
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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