Cathedral Preparatory School

225 W 9th St Erie, PA 16501
www.prep-villa.com

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 406 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,600
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

About the School

  • Cathedral Preparatory School serves 406 students in grades 9-12.
  • The student:teacher of Cathedral Preparatory School is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 406 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,600
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Cathedral Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Grade 9 enrollment highest with 116 students, more than Grade 10's 89 and Grade 12's 94.
Year Founded
1921
Summer School Offered
Yes
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Student Body

Total Students
406 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
23 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
60%
Admissions Director
Mr. Timothy Dougherty

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Other Activities:
Academic ChallengeCampus Ministry
Fishing ClubForensics and Debate
Intramural SportsIzaak Walton League
Jazz BandKey Club
Literulae (Yearbook) StaffModel U.N.
National Honor SocietyP-Flop (Cheerleaders)
Paintball ClubPJAS
Praise BandPrep Players (Drama/Theater)
Rally CrewRambler (Newspaper) Staff
SADDSki Club
Spanish ClubWhiz Kids

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cathedral Preparatory School cost?
Cathedral Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $6,600 for private students.
What schools are Cathedral Preparatory School often compared to?
Cathedral Preparatory School is often viewed alongside schools like Mercyhurst Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Cathedral Preparatory School offer?
Cathedral Preparatory School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Water Polo and Wrestling. Cathedral Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Cathedral Preparatory School's ranking?
Cathedral Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cathedral Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Cathedral Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Erie County, PA is $5,945 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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