Bishop Shanahan High School, a Catholic co-educational secondary school of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, provides its students with a strong spiritual formation, challenging academic offerings, and rich extracurricular programs.
A vibrant witness to Christian values and a commitment to academic rigor and integrity prepare all students to be critical thinkers and moral stewards in a rapidly evolving global environment.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,200
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bishop Shanahan High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
876 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
52%
Number of AP Courses
21 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP 2D DesignAP 3D Design
AP BiologyAP Calculus
AP ChemistryAP Comparative Government and Politics
AP DrawingAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP European HistoryAP Macroeconomics
AP MicroeconomicsAP Physics
AP SpanishAP Statistics
AP United States History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,200
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
39 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic BowlAmbassadors Club
Art ClubBowling
Business ClubChess & Game Club
Choral EnsembleConcert Band
CSCForensics
French ClubItalian Club
Jazz BandLeadership Council
Literary MagazineMarching Band
MathletesMinistry Club
Mixed ChorusMock Trial
National Honor SocietyNewspaper
Pep BandPhotography Club
R and B BandRespect Life
Robotics ClubSchool Play
Select ChorusSpanish Club
Stage CrewString Ensemble
Student CouncilWorld Affairs Club
Yearbook
Club or Organization:
Catholic Athletes for ChristHabitat for Humanity
Mental Health Awareness ClubPro Life Club
School Notes
- School Motto: People of God; People for Others.
- School Mascot: Eagles
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bishop Shanahan High School cost?
Bishop Shanahan High School's tuition is approximately $10,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Shanahan High School?
The acceptance rate of Bishop Shanahan High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Bishop Shanahan High School offer?
Bishop Shanahan High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Riflery, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Bishop Shanahan High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Bishop Shanahan High School's ranking?
Bishop Shanahan High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Shanahan High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Shanahan High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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