A private, secondary Catholic school serving Hampton Roads, VA since 1950.
Rooted in faith and focused on the future.Home of the Crusaders.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,700
- Acceptance rate: 86%
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1949
Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 19, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
Campus Size
37
Student Body
Total Students
546 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
24 students
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1167
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,700
Tuition Notes
Although it is impossible to meet all the needs of every family, it is our goal that no family be denied an excellent Catholic education due to financial restrictions.
% on Financial Aid
65%
Acceptance Rate
86%
National avg.: 81%
College Acceptance Rate
92%
Admissions Director
Lisa Hamlet
Admissions Associate
Julianne Gnandt
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBlue Crab Bowl Team
German ClubLiterary Mazagine
Math ClubModel United Nations
Spanish ClubYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
ChorusDrama
School Notes
- School Motto: Nurture Intellect, Shape Character, Form Christian Values
- School Mascot: Crusader
- Catholic High School was originally established under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond as Norfolk Catholic High School in 1949. In 1993, the school relocated to Virginia Beach and opened as Catholic High School. In the fall of 2003, the school was renamed to honor the Most Reverend Walter F. Sullivan, D.D., Bishop of Richmond. Based firmly on Catholic tradition, Catholic High School is dedicated to nurturing the intellect, shaping character and forming Christian values. The student body is composed of young men and women from varied socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. Students represent the major cities of southside Hampton Roads-Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth and Suffolk. Catholic High School is a unique community of inquisitive students, gifted teachers, dedicated staff and generous clergy who come from all the cities of south Hampton Roads. Our students come from the Catholic schools of Christ the King, St. Gregory the Great, St. John the Apostle, St. Matthew, St. Patrick, St. Pius X, and Star of the Sea as well as the public schools of Chesapeake, Norfolk and Virginia Beach, and other schools in the area. Every parish in south Hampton Roads is represented. Many international students are counted among the student body coming from a diverse group of countries from no less than four continents.We are lucky to have alumni from 2014 to 1965 on our faculty and staff. And many current students are the children and grandchildren of alumni. We value these multi-generational relationships. Based firmly on Catholic teaching, Catholic High School is dedicated to nurturing the intellect, shaping character and forming Christian values. Although approximately 80 percent of the student body is Catholic, other Christian denominations and beliefs are represented. Our goal is to make a Catholic education available to more students.Our student body is composed of young men and women from varied socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. As a Catholic school, we strive to serve the entire community of south Hampton Roads.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Catholic High School cost?
Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $16,700 for private students.
What schools are Catholic High School often compared to?
Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Cape Henry Collegiate by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Catholic High School is 86%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
What sports does Catholic High School offer?
Catholic High School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is Catholic High School's ranking?
Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school is Montessori Childrens House Iii (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Kempsville Child Development Center (0.4 miles away)
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