Bishop Heelan Catholic High School (2023-24 Profile)

1021 Douglas St
Sioux City, IA 51105

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo #1 - Our students take great PRIDE in all of the school activities

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo #2 - Bishop Heelan students crown Mary during the annual Marian Day assembly held each May

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo #3 - Bishop Heelan has an outstanding vocal music department offering many opportunities for students

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo #4 - Bishop Heelan students do many things during the school year to give back to the Siouxland community

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Photo #5 - Bishop Heelan is known for offering outstanding athletics. Our volleyball team is a repeat contender each year at state.

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 (2023-24)

Top Ranked IA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 496 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,375
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:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

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

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1949

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

496 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 17%

Students by Grade

Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

37 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and 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

Admissions Director

Tom Betz

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling

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

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 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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