Archbishop John Carroll High School, a co-educational secondary school within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, is committed to excellence in the areas of spiritual, academic, and social development.
By guiding our students in the development of their goals within the context of a meaningful relationship with God, others, and self, we challenge them to responsible stewardship in the world.
With Christ as our model, the school accomplishes this challenge through the dedication of a professional staff who educate the students by implementing innovative and competitive methodologies.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 888 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Archbishop John Carroll High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
888 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
![Archbishop John Carroll High School Student By Grade Archbishop John Carroll High School Student By Grade](http://images2.privateschoolreview.com/charts/23000/23044/archbishop-john-carroll-high-school-chart-biiU73v.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
21 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Human Geography, AP Language and Composition, AP Literature, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP United States History, AP Unites States Government and Politics
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Archbishop John Carroll High School often compared to?
Archbishop John Carroll High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal O'hara High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Archbishop John Carroll High School offer?
Archbishop John Carroll High School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling. Archbishop John Carroll High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Archbishop John Carroll High School's ranking?
Archbishop John Carroll High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Archbishop John Carroll High School?
The application deadline for Archbishop John Carroll High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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