Driscoll Catholic High School
School Notes Overview:
Spring Open House on Sunday, May 3 is cancelled. For further information please call (630) 543-6310. MESSAGE FROM THE CHRISTIAN BROTHERS: After years of efforts to save Driscoll Catholic High School, the Christian Brothers of the Midwest realized that we do not have the resources to keep the school open. The realities of rapidly declining enrollment and the need for a multi-million dollar investment are inevitable. We have made the painful decision to close Driscoll at the end of this school year in June. Needless to say, this is a heartbreaking decision for our students, families, faculty and staff and the Christian Brothers. Counselors will be available to help students during this difficult time.. We are also helping to organize a recruiting day for students to learn about other Catholic high schools in the area. During this time of transition, one thing remains constant: all Driscoll students will be able to receive a Catholic education from other high schools in the Diocese of Joliet, which are offering priority placement for them in the coming school year. This ensures that the tradition of an academically rigorous education grounded in Catholic values can continue – which is the most important goal we as a community can have for our young people. We know that the Save Driscoll group was holding a fundraising campaign. We assume that the money they raised, which they have been holding in escrow, will be returned to the donors. Check their Web site for information. We are humbled and grateful for the outpouring of community support and prayers for Driscoll Catholic High School over these past few weeks. We thank our students and their families, faculty and staff, alumni, board, and community supporters for 43 years of heritage and a proud legacy. ...
School Overview:
Driscoll Catholic 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 | 1966 | ||
| County | Du Page County, IL | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | n/a | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 7% | 31% | |
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 26 teachers | ||
| Average Class Size | 21 | ||
| Average ACT score | 22 | ||
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:16 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 178 days | 178 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Tuition Notes | Driscoll Catholic understands the sacrifice parents make to send their children to Catholic schools and that is why Driscoll offers financial assistance. More details can be found on the website, www.driscollcatholic.com | ||
| Admissions Director | Frances Sikorski | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 13 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Bowling | Cheering | ||
| Cross Country | Dance | ||
| Football | Golf | ||
| Soccer | Softball | ||
| Track and Field | Volley Ball | ||
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 13 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Academic Bowl | Art Club | ||
| Band/Chorus | Campus Ministry | ||
| Driscoll Diplomats | Foreign Language Club | ||
| Lasallian Youth | Math Team | ||
| National Honor Society | Newspaper | ||
| Science Club | Student Council | ||
| Yearbook | |||
School Notes:
- Driscoll Catholic High School is a member of the Lasallian Schools Association. Lasallian Schools are Catholic educational communities inspired by the vision of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, providing a human and Christian education to the young, especially the poor, in solidarity with the living tradition of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. The spirit of those in Lasallian schools is a spirit of faith and zeal. They view all things with the eyes of faith, do everything in the view of God and attribute all to God. The principal function of those in Lasallian schools consists of the work of evangelization and catechesis, determined to make the means of salvation available to young people through quality education and by an explicit proclamation of Jesus Christ. The school's activities focus on growth in faith. A spirit of prayer and an attentiveness to the presence of God animate the Lasallian school's identity. School personnel strive to touch the hearts of students participating in a shared mission. As ambassadors of Jesus Christ, they look upon their professional work as a ministry, opening others to the riches of God's grace and helping them to discover, appreciate and assimilate both human and Gospel values.
- Profile last updated: 05/01/2009
In the News:
- It's hoops time in Plainfield (The Plainfield Sun)
posted on November 20, 2009 at 10:04:20 am
It's that time of the year. Winter approaches, it's getting colder and the sports are moving indoors. The following is a preview of all four Plainfield high school girls basketball teams. - Driscoll supporters creating commemorative exhibit (Daily Herald)
posted on October 14, 2009 at 05:21:46 am
They weren't able to save financially troubled Driscoll Catholic High School from closing last spring, but alumni and supporters may yet win a different prize. - Aurora Christian staying true to vision through tough times (Daily Herald)
posted on September 2, 2009 at 05:24:05 am
It's a new school year for Aurora Christian School, now in its 34th year. With it comes a new lesson for students, staff and parents - the effects of a deep recession on private school financing. - Former Driscoll AD Carlson lands at Regina (Winnetka Talk)
posted on August 26, 2009 at 09:36:07 pm
When officials decided to close Driscoll Catholic High School in Addison last spring, no one was more surprised than Bob Carlson. - Diverse experiences help new principal lead (Daily Herald)
posted on August 25, 2009 at 09:01:28 pm
The third time very well could be the charm for the Rev. David Peck. St. Edward Central Catholic High School's new principal and superintendent knows its glossy linoleum halls well - after serving two different terms there in the 1980s and '90s.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (60101) | School Zip (60101) |
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| Population (Approximate) | 38,141 people | 12,415,876 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 24% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 33 years old | 34 years old |
| Average Household size | 3.1 persons | 2.6 persons |
| Median Household Income | $54,495 | $48,019 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.5 rooms | 5.3 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 39 years old | 50 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 70% / 30% | 61% / 39% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Immaculate Conception High School - 211 students - 5.0 mi. away - view location
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- St Francis High School - 767 students - 8.2 mi. away - view location
- Wheaton Academy - 663 students - 8.7 mi. away - view location
- St. Joseph High School - 802 students - 9.0 mi. away - view location
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