At Bishop Connolly High School, we believe that a mission-driven, standards-based curriculum, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, facilitates academic, spiritual, physical, cultural and social growth among students; ongoing professional development in the spiritual, academic and pedagogical domains cultivate a more skilled and nurturing faculty; all students can come to know and have a personal experience with Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church; all students can learn provided they are given the appropriate contextual support.
Critical thinking can be taught and nurtured. Students learn best in an environment that is safe, secure and accountable; Catholic, holistic approach to education facilitates the development of life-long learners who become leaders in the secular world; and families are a vital component of the school community.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1967
Student Body
Total Students
182 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
32%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
FACTS emrollment required (monthly withdrawl system)
% on Financial Aid
45%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Anthony C. Ciampanelli
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Campus MinistryFood Pantry
Language Honor SocietyLiturgical Ensemble
Math TeamMock Trial/Debate
National Honor SocietyPro-Life Club
ROV ClubStudent Ambassadors
Student CouncilVan Gogh Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Bishop Connolly Film ClubChorus
Theater Club
School Notes
- At Bishop Connolly High School, we believe that a mission-driven, standards-based curriculum, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ, facilitates academic, spiritual, physical, cultural and social growth among students; ongoing professional development in the spiritual, academic and pedagogical domains cultivate a more skilled and nurturing faculty; all students can come to know and have a personal experience with Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church; all students can learn provided they are given the appropriate contextual support. Critical thinking can be taught and nurtured. Students learn best in an environment that is safe, secure and accountable; Catholic, holistic approach to education facilitates the development of life-long learners who become leaders in the secular world; and families are a vital component of the school community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bishop Connolly High School cost?
Bishop Connolly High School's tuition is approximately $9,975 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Connolly High School?
The acceptance rate of Bishop Connolly High School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
What sports does Bishop Connolly High School offer?
Bishop Connolly High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Connolly High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Connolly High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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