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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.
What schools are Central Catholic Middle & High School often compared to?
Central Catholic Middle & High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heartland Lutheran High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Central Catholic Middle & High School?
The acceptance rate of Central Catholic Middle & High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 93%.
What sports does Central Catholic Middle & High School offer?
Central Catholic Middle & High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Central Catholic Middle & High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Central Catholic Middle & High School?
The application deadline for Central Catholic Middle & High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Stats (2024)
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 274 students
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 47 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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The average private school tuition in Nebraska is $4,436 for elementary schools and $9,043 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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