Bishop Foley Catholic High School

Bishop Foley Catholic High School is a Christ-centered, co-educational community that accompanies students on their individual academic journey to become servant leaders in an environment that fosters growth, opportunity and success in preparation for college and beyond.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,300
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bishop Foley Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1965

Student Body

Total Students
303 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 19%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP Government, AP Language & Composition, AP Literature & Composition, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Studio Art, AP United States History, AP World History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
BFC polo or sweater, khaki pants or skirt, dress shoes

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
73%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Trevor Tyle

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Catholic Athletes for Christ, Culinary Club, E-Sports Club, Forensics and Debate Team, Medical Science Club, National Honor Society, Respect Life Club, Robotics Team, Student Ambassador Club, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Band, Choir, Dance Company, Drama Club, Music Ministry

School Notes

  • We pride ourselves on our continued support from the Foley Family, a partnership between students, families, teachers, advisers, alumni, coaches and administrators, who work together to prepare current and future students to succeed in all aspects of their lives, ensuring we are truly undeniably Catholic and academically excellent.
  • We provide students with a faith-based learning environment both inside and outside the classroom. While approximately 87% of our students are Catholic, a multitude of other faiths are represented within our community as well. Students are required to take four years of theology courses, attend weekly mass, participate in annual class retreats and complete at least 52 service hours over four years. We also offer a variety of faith-based extracurricular events and activities, including our annual Be the Difference Day and the nationwide March for Life rally in Washington, D.C., to put our faith into practice.
  • Bishop Foley Catholic's college preparatory-based curriculum is comprised of more than 100 course offerings, including more than 20 AP and honors classes. On average, our classes are typically comprised of no more than 17 students, allowing for more individualized instruction. We also provide a variety of learning accommodations for students who require them.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Foley Catholic High School cost?
Bishop Foley Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $12,300 for private students.
What schools are Bishop Foley Catholic High School often compared to?
Bishop Foley Catholic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Valley Catholic Schools, St. Madeleine Sophie School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Foley Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Bishop Foley Catholic High School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 93%.
What sports does Bishop Foley Catholic High School offer?
Bishop Foley Catholic High School offers 23 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, E-sports, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Bishop Foley Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.
What is Bishop Foley Catholic High School's ranking?
Bishop Foley Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Foley Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Foley Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (10 reviews)
5  
Bishop Foley Catholic has been a wonderful experience for our family. Our three children graduated from Foley and they were so well prepared for their college years. Foley offers something for everyone...a great variety of classes and extracurricular activities. The smaller size of the school was a definite plus for our children. We have met some wonderful families throughout our years at Foley. The Foley family truly is a caring, supportive environment.
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As a Student/parent of Foley, I enjoyed the school and developed friends I still see after many years after graduation. I hoped my children would develop the same kind of friends while getting a great education. The school allowed them to grow and challenge themselves with school, faith and activities. Thanks Foley, for being a community of family and taking care of educating kids!!!
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5  
We chose Bishop Foley over other Catholic schools in the area for several reasons. First, we wanted a well-rounded high school experience for our 3 boys. We also wanted them to have the opportunity to play sports and join clubs of their choice, and a place where our catholic values and faith would be a priority and be shared. Bishop Foley Catholic delivered. Our boys played varsity football, basketball, baseball and soccer, were involved in robotics, participated on student council and were part of the crew for several falls and spring play productions. Two of our boys have graduated from BFC and both earned the top academic scholarship available at the 4-year university of their choice and are excelling in their studies of accounting and mechanical engineering. They continue to attend mass on a weekly basis and volunteer when the opportunity arises. Bishop Foley provided them a quality education in a faith-centered environment, that's what we were looking for and that's what we got! We have been very pleased with our experience at Bishop Foley Catholic and would highly recommend it to anyone who is thinking about a Catholic education for their children.
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5  
Bishop Foley Catholic High School is a loving, and supportive community. I am a proud member of the Foley Family!
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5  
We are in our 2nd year at Bishop Foley, and our experience has been absolutely fantastic. From the faculty and staff, to the students we have come in contact with as well as the families involved at Bishop Foley...it has been a true blessing to our son and our family. We have seen our son grow spiritually, academically and athletically during his time at Foley. One ringing endorsement of Foley is the number of alum who have come back to teach at Foley. There is a tremendous amount of pride at the school that shows in everything they do for our kids. I highly recommend Foley for a Catholic based education that truly prepares them from life beyond high school.
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5  
Bishop Foley is an excellent institution. The teachers care about the students- it shows on a daily basis. They have a strong Catholic identity- by far better than most- and the students love the retreats done by Fr Gerry ...so when they say "undeniably Catholic"... they truly mean it. I would definitely send my children there. I also like the fact that it is culturally diverse.
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5  
Bishop Foley was a great high school experience for me. Raised Catholic, I shared classes with Catholics and non-Catholics. It speaks for itself when another religious denomination chooses a Catholic school for all it offers when it comes to education and discipline. When I entered college, a professor asked me if I went to parochial school because it showed. I wasn't the brightest student or the most academically disciplined when I graduated from BFC, but I noticed in college just how much more ready I was by the comparison and how much I really learned outside of my education that served as excellent tools for my college years. The term 'Foley family' is not a myth. It's real and lifelong. Go Ventures!
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I had an overall great experience at Bishop Foley. Natalie had a great staff of teachers that were great at what they did but they truly cared about students well-being.
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5  
We had 3 children attend Bishop Foley and 10 nieces and nephews. We were so pleased with the school`s academic and personal aspects of life. They continued to carry on the faith and traditions we instilled in them, along with dignity and respect to all. One of our daughters met her future husband there when she was a freshman, and they`ve now been married for 20 years and have 2 of their 3 children attending there, too. Thank you for keeping the standards we have always lived by and taught our children the most important things in life....God, family and love for one another. Cynthia Foreman, mother of Kelly, Tammy and Ryan Taylor and now, Isabella and Priscilla Scaccia
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Bishop Foley provides an opportunity for ALL students to excel academically, with AP and Honors classes, spiritually, and athletically. Opportunities for band, vocal music and outstanding art courses allow students to demonstrate their God given talents.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,300
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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