Cathedral Preparatory 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 Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 406 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,600
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1921
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Mascot
Rambler

Student Body

Total Students
406 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Cathedral Preparatory School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
23 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
School Colors
Black, Orange

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
60%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mr. Timothy Dougherty
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic Challenge, Campus Ministry, Fishing Club, Forensics and Debate, Intramural Sports, Izaak Walton League, Jazz Band, Key Club, Literulae (Yearbook) Staff, Model U.N., National Honor Society, P-Flop (Cheerleaders), Paintball Club, PJAS, Praise Band, Prep Players (Drama/Theater), Rally Crew, Rambler (Newspaper) Staff, SADD, Ski Club, Spanish Club, Whiz Kids

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Abby Corsale '24 -
    • Benjamin Jefferys '12 -
    • Kwame Anim-Somuah '24 -
    • Emily Grenci -
    • Amy Kloecker '83VMA -
    • Brian Markley '89 -
    • Tony Parsons '05 -
    • Jen Mackensen -
Source: Verified school update

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 is the acceptance rate of Cathedral Preparatory School?
The acceptance rate of Cathedral Preparatory School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from Cathedral Preparatory School?
Cathedral Preparatory School famous alumni include: Abby Corsale '24, Benjamin Jefferys '12, Kwame Anim-Somuah '24, Emily Grenci, Amy Kloecker '83VMA, Brian Markley '89, Tony Parsons '05 and Jen Mackensen.
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 406 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,600
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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