Central Catholic Middle & High School
Tel:
(308) 384-2440
- Central Catholic was founded in 1956. For the past 45 years, we have been proud to serve the Grand Island area.
- Central Catholic began as a four-year high school for grades 9-12.
- Grades seven and eight were added later to form a junior-senior high school.
- In 1997, a $1-million building expansion was completed and sixth grade was added to the school.
- Today, Central Catholic consists of a middle school for grades 6-8 and a high school for grades 9-12.
- Central Catholic is fully accredited by the Nebraska Department of Education and North Central Association of Colleges & Schools.
- All members of the administrative and teaching staff are certified by the State of Nebraska.
- Central Catholic is primarily a college preparatory institution. The school seeks to meet the needs of all students through a diversified curriculum.
- At the middle school level, emphasis is placed on learning basic skills and exposing students to a wide variety of learning opportunities in a highly structured environment.
- At the high school level, a broad range of courses are offered to meet the individual needs of students.
- Religious instruction is an integral part of the curriculum for both middle school and high school students.
- To promote moral and spiritual development, Christian principles based upon Catholic Tradition are incorporated into every phase of daily school life.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: 6-12
- Students: 289 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 47 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Central Catholic Middle & High School places among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
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- Sports offered Most sports offered
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 6-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild Learning Differences, Language-based |
| Year Founded | 1956 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 289 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 23% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 27 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 11:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 43% |
| Average Class Size | 47 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 3 courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Calculus, AP English Language and Composition, AP World History |
| Average ACT score | 24 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (spirit wear-casual uniform-Khaki or navy blue pants, Dark or royal blue, white, gray shirts) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% National avg.: 85% |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 14 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 7 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Jazz Ensemble, Newspaper, Spanish Club, Speech Team, Student Council, Swing Choir, Yearbook |
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