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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- 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
Top Rankings
Bishop Heelan Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1949
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
499 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based on a percentage of a family�s 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.: 81%
Admissions Director
Tom Betz
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
AWARE, Bel Canto Chorus, Best Buddies, Chorale, Crusader Choir, Crusader Chronicle-Newspaper, CYO, Debate, Freshman Women Chorus, Jazz Band, Knights of the Alter, Life Core, Marching Band, Miracle Makers, Mission Club, Mixed Chorus, National Honor Society, Science Club, Shield-Yearbook, Sound & Light Crew, Speech, Student Council, Students for Life, Theatre
School Notes
- 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
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 86%.
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).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Bishop Heelan Catholic High School vs. Siouxland Christian School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Bishop Heelan Catholic High School is Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools (0.0 miles away)
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Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-12 | 1,365 students - miles 1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
Sioux City, IA 51105
(712) 252-1350
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PK-12
1,365
St. Pauls Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: PK-5 | 49 students 0.5 miles 614 Jennings St
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 258-6325
0.5
PK-5
49
Grades: 1-12 | 52 students 0.9 miles 2101 Court St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 251-1816
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1-12
52
Grades: 3-8 | 253 students 1.5 miles 3030 Jackson St
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 277-4739
Sioux City, IA 51104
(712) 277-4739
1.5
3-8
253
St. Michael School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 180 students 1.7 miles 1315 1st Ave
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1526
South Sioux City, NE 68776
(402) 494-1526
1.7
PK-8
180
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