Matignon High School
School Notes Overview:
Matignon High School is an independent, Jesuit-endorsed, co-educational, college preparatory Catholic high school founded in 1945. As such we are committed to teaching and promoting Catholic morality and principles, academic excellence, respect for oneself and others, and service to the community. Ninety-seven percent of our graduates continue to further their education in college. More than 25% of our student body is non-Catholic. Matignon is proud to serve a small, yet vibrant international community of students representing several countries. We draw students from 30 cities and towns in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. ...
School Overview:
Matignon High School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | ||
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | ||
| Year Founded | 1945 | ||
| County | Middlesex County, MA | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 350 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(MA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 23% | 21% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Grade 9 - 105 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 92 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 70 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 83 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 28 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 50% | ||
| Average Class Size | 15 | ||
| Number of AP Courses | 8 | ||
| Average SAT score | 1030 | ||
This School |
(MA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:13 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,700 | ||
| % on Financial Aid | 60% | ||
| Head of School | Joseph DiSarcina | ||
| Admissions Director | Melissa J. Foley | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 14 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Cheering | Cross Country | ||
| Dance | Football | ||
| Golf | Ice Hockey | ||
| Lacrosse | Soccer | ||
| Softball | Swimming | ||
| Track and Field | Volley Ball | ||
| Extracurricular | |||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 19 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Art Club | Captains Council | ||
| Chess Club | Choir | ||
| Drama Club | Green and Gold, Yearbook | ||
| History Club | International Club | ||
| Latin and Greek Club | Library/Media Club | ||
| Literary Magazine | Math Club | ||
| SADD | Science Club | ||
| Step Sqaud | Student Council | ||
| The Apostles, Choral Group | The Matignon Mirror, School Newspaper | ||
| Writers Showcase, Literary Magazine | |||
School Notes:
- Founded in 1945 by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston
- Incorporated as an Independent School in 2004, endorsed by the Jesuits 2005
- Small inclusive community of 350 students
- 97% of our graduates advance to college
- SAT scores consistently rank above the national average
- Reputation as an academic leader among Catholic schools in the Greater Boston area
- Solid and inclusive athletic program with long history of indivdual athlete accomplishments and championship teams
- Easy access by car, MBTA, Commuter Rail
- Profile last updated: 02/12/2008
In the News:
- High School Night at Somerville’s St. Catherine’s of Genoa (Somerville Journal)
posted on October 13, 2009 at 11:09:18 am
Choosing the right high school can be a difficult decision. But the key is getting your questions answered. Make an informed decision Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. at a High School Night at St. Catherine of Genoa School at 192 Summer St. - On the calendar in Somerville: Sept. 10-16 (Somerville Journal)
posted on September 11, 2009 at 10:03:42 pm
Saturday, Sept. 12 OPEN GARDEN SATURDAY — 9 a.m.-noon, Community Growing Center, 22 Vinal Ave. Visitors and volunteers are welcome to stop by anytime during these hours. For information, email Aileen Bellwood at growingcenter@aol.com. - Somerville calendar (Somerville Journal)
posted on July 16, 2009 at 07:11:19 pm
A calendar listing of upcoming events happening in Somerville. - Marie A. Conroy (Boston Herald)
posted on April 19, 2009 at 04:51:37 am
Marie A. Conroy of Arlington, a real-estate accountant, died Saturday at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston after a brief illness. She was 69. Born and raised... - Cambridge boys and girls hockey teams finish strong (Cambridge Chronicle & Cambridge Tab)
posted on February 24, 2009 at 11:40:27 am
It was an extremely trying year for both the girls and boys hockey teams of Cambridge. Each struggled throughout a difficult season. Each played with low numbers, and endured player losses due to injury, illness, school and transfers.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (02140) | School Zip (02140) |
(MA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 17,003 people | 6,349,048 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 64% | 43% |
| Population Average Age | 35 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.2 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $50,640 | $52,143 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 4.4 rooms | 5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 70 years old | 56 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (02140) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 35% / 65% | 58% / 42% |
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Nearby Schools:
- North Cambridge Catholic High School - 266 students - 0.4 mi. away - view location
- St. Clement High School - 220 students - 0.5 mi. away - view location
- Arlington Catholic High School - 782 students - 1.4 mi. away - view location
- Belmont Hill School - 414 students - 2.5 mi. away - view location
- Castle School - 9 students - 2.6 mi. away - view location
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