Catholic Central

Catholic Central School is a Catholic educational community where all members are challenged to grow and perform to their highest potential and to lead lives of honor, compassion and justice for the greater glory of God.
Our school purpose is to build strong character; nurture spiritual and moral values; teach responsibility and self-discipline; provide enrichment that helps student achievement; foster development of student's unique gifts; offer a strong curriculum, and retain quality, committed teachers.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 593 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Catholic Central ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
593 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Catholic Central Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is set at $5,550 per year for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. If students are actively involved in a Catholic parish, a subsidy of $1500 is applied for K-6 students, and $1200 is applied for 7th and 8th grade students. Tuition for 9-1
Admissions Director
Jennifer Schwaiger-Tropp
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Sports

School Notes

  • Catholic Central School is committed to developing the entire person. We accomplish this by providing superior academics built on a Christian-based foundation. In the past five years, the school has received three national awards including the 2009 Innovation in Education Award from Catholic Schools for Tomorrow. Service Ministry is an important part of our committment to community. Enrollment continues to climb, and the school boasts a 100% graduation rate.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Catholic Central offer?
Catholic Central offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Catholic Central is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.
What is Catholic Central's ranking?
Catholic Central ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Catholic Central?
The application deadline for Catholic Central is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked OH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 593 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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