Cardinal Newman High School

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Cardinal Newman High School Photo #1 - Cardinal Newman High School has provided a premier college preparatory Catholic education in West Palm Beach, Florida, for over sixty years.
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Cardinal Newman High School Photo #1 - Cardinal Newman High School has provided a premier college preparatory Catholic education in West Palm Beach, Florida, for over sixty years.
Cardinal Newman High School Photo #2 - We offer a Christ-centered education where every student is taught and encouraged to develop and live out their faith through community service, religious activities, and volunteer opportunities.
Cardinal Newman High School Photo #3 - Newman's coeducational environment allows students to grow and develop in a safe and communal setting.
Cardinal Newman High School Photo #4 - Every classroom promotes collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking, and each student receives the support required to achieve his/her personal best.
Cardinal Newman High School Photo #5 - Cardinal Newman offers over twenty Junior Varsity and Varsity athletic programs. The vision is to build life`s champions through faith, scholarship, servant leadership, and a strong family atmosphere.
Cardinal Newman High School Photo #6 - Every student receives individualized attention throughout the college admission process. Cardinal Newman provides college workshops for parents and students to guide them through the application process and give information about financial aid and scholarships.
Cardinal Newman High School Photo #7 - The theater department is composed of members of all the performing arts. Preparations start in November of each year. The musical's peak season is at the end of the year. Dress rehearsals and performances culminate over one week. Our theater students also compete in county and state solo and ensemble events and reviews.
Cardinal Newman High School Photo #8 - Our Athletic Programs offer individual and team-building opportunities emphasizing camaraderie, dedication, and perseverance.
Cardinal Newman High School Photo #9 - The Newman instrumental department is based on its concert band. Other disciplines are available, such as jazz band, jazz combo, brass choir, woodwind choir, small chamber groups, and solos. Each year the band participates in the Florida Bandmasters Association concert band, jazz band, and solo and ensemble evaluations. Students can play at various college honor bands and county and state.
Cardinal Newman High School has provided a college preparatory Catholic education in Palm Beach County for over sixty years.
Its mission is to educate the whole person: spirit, mind, and body, and to help all students develop their God-given talents according to the gospel values of Jesus Christ.
The vision is to build life's champions through faith, scholarship, servant leadership, and a strong family atmosphere.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 640 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,460
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Nov. 17 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cardinal Newman High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1961

Student Body

Total Students
640 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
Cardinal Newman High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
73%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Nov. 17 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Discounted Catholic Rate: $15,960
% on Financial Aid
32%

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
and more!, Art Club, Chess Club, Debate Club, Drama Club, Emmaus Club, Fashion Club, Green Club, Key Club, Literary Club, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Pep Club, Robotics Club, Spanish Honor Society, Student Government, Yearbook, Young Entrepreneurs

Arts and Music Programs:
and Speech & Debate, Band, Chorus, Creative Writing, Guitar, Journalism, Painting, Percussion, Photography, Theater

School Notes

Founded in 1961, Cardinal Newman is a premier, Catholic college preparatory high school in West Palm Beach. It has a rich tradition of attracting gifted scholars, athletes, and artists who will become women and men of character, faith, and intellect. Newman`s coeducational environment allows students to grow and develop in a safe and communal setting. Every classroom promotes collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking and each student receives the support required to achieve his/her personal best. Among our 12,000 graduates have been war heroes, police chiefs, physicians, musicians, authors, researchers, politicians, lawyers, professional athletes, teachers, entrepreneurs, priests, and community leaders. Each Newman graduate is empowered with the ability to rise to every challenge and overcome every obstacle.

Distinguished highlights:
  • Student/Teacher ratio of 12:1
  • Average class size of 20
  • 100% college matriculation
  • Outstanding Fine Arts Program & extracurricular activities
  • 22 teams in 14 sports
  • Green School of Excellence
  • 45+ acre campus for exploratory activities
  • Students provide over 44,000 hours of community service annually
  • Most affordable tuition among comparable private schools in the area

Our Vision is to build life`s champions through faith, scholarship, servant leadership, and a strong family atmosphere.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alina Alonso, MD '74 - Palm Beach County Department of Health Director
    • Jeff Atwater '76 - former State Senator
    • John Collins '15 - Atlanta Hawks power forward
    • Susan Gauvey '66 - Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court in Maryland
    • Rome Hartman '73 - CBS Evening News Producer
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cardinal Newman High School cost?
Cardinal Newman High School's tuition is approximately $17,460 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Cardinal Newman High School?
Cardinal Newman High School famous alumni include: Alina Alonso, MD '74, Jeff Atwater '76, John Collins '15, Susan Gauvey '66 and Rome Hartman '73.
What sports does Cardinal Newman High School offer?
Cardinal Newman High School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Cardinal Newman High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is Cardinal Newman High School's ranking?
Cardinal Newman High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cardinal Newman High School?
The application deadline for Cardinal Newman High School is Nov. 17 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 17 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is Cardinal Newman High School located?
Cardinal Newman High School is located in the Palm Beach Lakes neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
My child, Jewish, attended CNHS. It was the best decision for us as a family. Not only did my child receive an excellent education; but was well prepared for college which was completed in 4 years. CNHS prepares the students academically while they teach love, tolerance, respect and guide them to make good choices in life. The teachers are dedicated. Great School. Everybody fits in. It truly is a family oriented school.
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5  
Our son, a non catholic, graduated several years ago. He was well prepared for college which he completed in four year. The faculty is dedicated and keeps a watchful eye on your child. Great School.
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5  
As happy as I am to see my Senior graduate, I am going to miss this school.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 640 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,460
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Nov. 17 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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