Quick Facts (2026-27)
- 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
Cathedral Preparatory School
About the School
- Cathedral Preparatory School is a private, Roman Catholic, college-preparatory high school for girls and boys in Erie, Pennsylvania, United States.
- It was established in 1921 by Archbishop John Mark Gannon and is located in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Erie.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- 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
School Rankings
Cathedral Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extra-curric.
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1921
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
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%
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Mr. Timothy Dougherty
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Rambler
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
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
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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