Bishop Denis J O'connell High School

6600 Little Falls Rd, Arlington, VA, 22213-0222
Tel: (703)237-1461
Grades: 9 - 12 | 1233 students
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Bishop Denis J. O'Connell High School is a Catholic coeducational community located in Arlington, Virginia. The spiritual atmosphere is enriched by the presence of the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Our mission is to provide students an education rooted in the life of Christ and to foster the pursuit of excellence in the whole person.  We believe in the full development of the human person, including the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical aspects of one's being. Commitment to academic excellence is an integral part of our identity as a Catholic school. We believe that students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process, and when each student has appropriate opportunities for success. We believe that student self-esteem is enhanced by positive relationships and mutual respect among and between students and faculty; that students thrive in a supportive yet stimulating climate which affirms the dignity of all persons; and that we are called to educate students of diverse economic, cultural, religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.

School Overview:
Bishop Denis J O'connell High School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Muller Academic Services Program for students with documented learning disabilities
Year Founded 1957
Student Body
Total Students 1233 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 30% (VA School Avg.: 21%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 110 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 12:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 76%
Average Class Size 19 students
Number of AP Courses 26 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Average SAT score 1867
Classroom dress code Casual
(Fall/Spring Casual; Winter more formal with jacket)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 28 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $11,600
Tuition Notes Tuition varies based on whether the student is Catholic and/or lives in the Diocese of Arlington
Admissions Director Michael Cresson
Admissions Associate Mary Lademan
Sports
Total Sports Offered 20 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Crew
Cross Country Dance
Diving Field Hockey
Football Golf
Ice Hockey Lacrosse
Soccer Softball
Swimming Tennis
Track and Field Volleyball
Winter Track Wrestling

School Notes:

    • A Catholic co-educational community since 1957
    • Small class sizes with teachers who care
    • Financial assistance available
    • Convenient location with bus transportation provided (walking distance from East Falls Church Metro)
    • 70 different Clubs that students participate in
    • Dual Enrollment Courses available through Marymount University

    Profile last updated: 01/16/2013

Nearby Schools:

Bishop Denis J O'connell High School
Gr. 9-12 | 0 mi. away
Kaye Kare Inc
Gr. K | 0.9 mi. away
Rivendell School
Gr. K-9 | 1 mi. away
St. Joseph's Day Nursery and Kindergarten
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-PK | 1.1 mi. away
St James Catholic School
Gr. K-8 | 1.2 mi. away
Falls Church Episcopal Day School
Gr. K-1 | 1.2 mi. away

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