Cardinal O'Hara is a regional, Catholic, coeducational high school that teaches and follows the gospel values of Jesus.
Our purpose is to develop mature men and women and to prepare them to meet with confidence and faith the challenges of the academic, social, and technological world.
Building on a history of pride, excellence, and tradition, our students are challenged by strong academic regimen and a diverse extracurricular program that foster individual talents and nurture respect for oneself and others through a spirit of service and compassion.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cardinal O'hara High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
829 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Cardinal O'Hara is a regional, Catholic, coeducational high school that teaches and follows the gospel values of Jesus. Our purpose is to develop mature men and women and to prepare them to meet with confidence and faith the challenges of the academic, social, and technological world. Building on a history of pride, excellence, and tradition, our students are challenged by strong academic regimen and a diverse extracurricular program that foster individual talents and nurture respect for oneself and others through a spirit of service and compassion.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cardinal O'hara High School often compared to?
Cardinal O'hara High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Archbishop John Carroll High School by visitors of our site.
What is Cardinal O'hara High School's ranking?
Cardinal O'hara High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cardinal O'hara High School?
The application deadline for Cardinal O'hara High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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People that viewed Cardinal O'hara High School also viewed these schools: Archbishop John Carroll High School, Delaware County Christian School, Archbishop Prendergast High School, The Christian Academy and Academy-notre Dame De Namur.
The nearest high school to Cardinal O'hara High School is Lifeworks School At Rockbourne Falls (3.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Francis Of Assisi School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Miss Annettes Creative Nursery/kindergarten (1.1 miles away)
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