Dematha Catholic High School
School Notes Overview:
DeMatha Catholic High School primary purpose is to develop young men of integrity who are prepared to enter adulthood with the moral and intellectual attributes necessary to meet the challenges of today's society. Its reputation is founded on a healthy combination of sound, forward-looking academic programs and its accomplishments in music, athletics, community service and other extra-curricular activities. Courses are taught at a rate commensurate with our students' abilities and interests. The program of studies is complemented by a wide range of co-curricular activities highlighted by the athletic and music programs which have received regional and national recognition....
School Overview:
Dematha Catholic High School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| County | Prince George\'\'s County, MD | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 1000 students | |
| Student Body Type | All-boys | |
This School |
(MD) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 41% | 35% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 9 - 275 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 260 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 225 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 240 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 66 teachers | |
This School |
(MD) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:15 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 8 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- DeMatha Catholic High School primary purpose is to develop young men of integrity who are prepared to enter adulthood with the moral and intellectual attributes necessary to meet the challenges of today's society. Its reputation is founded on a healthy combination of sound, forward-looking academic programs and its accomplishments in music, athletics, community service and other extra-curricular activities. Courses are taught at a rate commensurate with our students' abilities and interests. The program of studies is complemented by a wide range of co-curricular activities highlighted by the athletic and music programs which have received regional and national recognition.
- Profile last updated: 01/29/2007
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (20781) | School Zip (20781) |
(MD) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 11,217 people | 5,296,486 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 29% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 33 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.8 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $45,883 | $56,460 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.2 rooms | 6.1 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 57 years old | 40 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 55% / 45% | 65% / 35% |
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