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Bishop Ford Central Catholic High School (Closed 2010)

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The goal of our school is to educate, to prepare for the future - these are the goals of our administration, faculty and staff.

In this quest we are united in common bonds: faith in God as expressed in the Roman Catholic tradition, respect for nation, and love - love of knowledge, love of God, love of others and love of self.

We seek to provide spiritual, educational, and social opportunities which coincide with the threefold aim of Catholic education as defined in the Bishops' pastoral, "To Teach as Jesus Did.".

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1962

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

771 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

84%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

23:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

27 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

8 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform; polo shirt; uniform pants

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,350

View national tuition avg.

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

SwimmingTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

18 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

BandCampus Ministry

Chess ClubCommunion and Liberation

DancDrama Club

Film WorkshopGlee Club

IntramuralsMartial Arts

National Honor SocietyNewspaper

Student CouncilTech Crew

Video Game ClubVideo Yearbook

Writers' WorkshopYearbook

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School Notes

The goal of our school is to educate, to prepare for the future - these are the goals of our administration, faculty and staff. In this quest we are united in common bonds: faith in God as expressed in the Roman Catholic tradition, respect for nation, and love - love of knowledge, love of God, love of others and love of self. We seek to provide spiritual, educational, and social opportunities which coincide with the threefold aim of Catholic education as defined in the Bishops' pastoral, "To Teach as Jesus Did."

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Ford Central Catholic High School cost?

Bishop Ford Central Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $8,350 for private students.

What sports does Bishop Ford Central Catholic High School offer?

Bishop Ford Central Catholic High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting.

When is the application deadline for Bishop Ford Central Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Bishop Ford Central Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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