Bishop Heelan Catholic High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 499 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,375
Acceptance rate: 90%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bishop Heelan Catholic High School
9	147
10	119
11	128
12	105

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Year Founded

1949

Colors

Navy Blue, Gold

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Student Body

Total Students

499 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

31%

State avg.: 16%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

38 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,375

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is based on a percentage of a familyï¿½s income or the actual cost to educate per student ($6,375 for 9-12), whichever is the lowest. The limit is 7% of Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), except for families with one student and an AGI below $60,000, th

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Tom Betz

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Drill TeamFootball

GolfSoccer

SoftballTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

24 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

AWAREBel Canto Chorus

Best BuddiesChorale

Crusader ChoirCrusader Chronicle-Newspaper

CYODebate

Freshman Women ChorusJazz Band

Knights of the AlterLife Core

Marching BandMiracle Makers

Mission ClubMixed Chorus

National Honor SocietyScience Club

Shield-YearbookSound & Light Crew

SpeechStudent Council

Students for LifeTheatre

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School Notes

A history rich in PRIDE started on September 15, 1949 when the doors to the first coed Catholic high school in the Diocese of Sioux City.
Bishop Heelan has given over 12,000 students an education based on faith, knowledge, values and service.

90% of Bishop Heelan graduates go on to attend college or university
Average ACT Score is 23.5
Over 90% of student body is involved in extra curricular activities

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Harty '77 - Drafted by the 49ers in the second round of the 1980 NFL Draft. -
- Michelle (Lund) Herron '09 - Four-time All-State basketball selection and all-time leading scorer in Sioux City history. -
- Nate Funk '02 - Inducted into the Creighton Hall of Fame in 2013. -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Heelan Catholic High School cost?

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $6,375 for private students.

What schools are Bishop Heelan Catholic High School often compared to?

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Siouxland Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Heelan Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Bishop Heelan Catholic High School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

Who are famous alumni from Bishop Heelan Catholic High School?

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School famous alumni include: John Harty '77 - Drafted by the 49ers in the second round of the 1980 NFL Draft., Michelle (Lund) Herron '09 - Four-time All-State basketball selection and all-time leading scorer in Sioux City history. and Nate Funk '02 - Inducted into the Creighton Hall of Fame in 2013..

What sports does Bishop Heelan Catholic High School offer?

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Bishop Heelan Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for most sports offered.

What is Bishop Heelan Catholic High School's ranking?

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Bishop Heelan Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Bishop Heelan Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Sioux City, IA is $4,254 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).