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Bishop Watterson High School, inspired by the example of Christ, seeks to challenge and nurture the leaders of the 21st century by providing them with the religious, moral, intellectual, social, and physical skills that they will need to achieve their fullest potential as productive and successful Catholic adults. Bishop Watterson High School endeavors to educate the total person by focusing on the spiritual, intellectual and physical development of the students.
The primary goal is to produce mature, self-disciplined young men and women who have a firm commitment to essential Gospel values, a deep understanding of their rights and responsibilities as Christian citizens, the critical skills necessary to pursue successfully their post-secondary education and chosen careers, and an appreciation of their cultural heritage and artistic achievements.
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Italian Language and Culture, AP Latin, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Physics "C" Mechanics, AP PreCalculus, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Statistics, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History
Average SAT score
1197
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
males - black uniform pants, white shirt and tie; females - uniform jumper, white shirt and knee socks
+$250 Facility Fee, +$150 technology fee
For 2024-25 school year, 86.9% of our students received scholarships or assistance through BWHS, Diocese, EdChoice and other sources.
Club or Organization: 35 Clubs for 2024-25 school year, Student Ambassador Program, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs: 4 Choirs, 5 Bands including marching, Fall Drama, Spring Musical
School Notes
Bishop Watterson High School is a comprehensive,
co-educational, Catholic school for grades 9-12. It is located in a
residential area serving the northwest quadrant of Columbus and
Franklin County. A large majority of parents are college-educated,
business and professional people. Bishop Watterson High School
meets all State of Ohio education requirements and is fully
accredited by the Department of Education, State of Ohio and the
Catholic Diocese of Columbus. Bishop Watterson High School also
received the U.S. Department of Education Exemplary School
Award.
More than 90% of the students are Catholic. Students come from
the Columbus City Schools and seven suburban school systems Buckeye
Valley, Delaware, Dublin, Hilliard, Olentangy, Upper Arlington, and
Worthington. More than 98% of the graduates enter four-year
and two-year colleges and universities. A typical graduating
class will be dispersed to fifty or more colleges throughout the
United States. Many of the top quartile will be attending our
country`s most competitive colleges.
The curriculum is college preparatory. The Advanced Placement,
honors, and accelerated programs offer those students who qualify
the opportunity to follow a stimulating curriculum designed for the
academically talented. Students must apply and meet high
academic standards/criteria to be placed into accelerated, honors
and Advanced Placement courses.
Bishop Watterson High School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What sports does Bishop Watterson High School offer?
Bishop Watterson High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Bishop Watterson High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Watterson High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Watterson High School is Nov. 30.
In what neighborhood is Bishop Watterson High School located?
Bishop Watterson High School is located in the Indian Springs neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other private schools located in Indian Springs.
Grades: NS-8 | 194 students7.9 miles 817 N Hamilton Rd Columbus, OH 43230 (614) 536-6101
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(2 reviews)
512/7/2016
Bishop Watterson provided my children with an exceptional well rounded academic experience. They were well prepared for college. Bishop Watterson is a community in every sense of the word. It is a constant at this school to be expected to contribute to the community in which we live! Additionally, students learn skills to be responsible as well as communicate with adults and employers.
- Posted by Parent - Sharon
512/7/2016
I am a graduate of BWHS in '84. I love Watterson, my 3 children have or are attending BWHS. Upon graduation they are equipped w/ the right skills and education to be successful at the college level. BWHS has more classes available than any other central Ohio Catholic School. So if your child is a slower learner or an advanced learner you will be in the best hands possible w/in the Catholic diocese. The new principal(s) are great and the energy at BWHS is always fun, positive, spiritually based and just an all around great place to be.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - George Breen Cleary
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