Desales Catholic High School

DeSales Catholic High School is a private, Roman Catholic high school in Walla Walla, Washington.
It is located in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Spokane.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 81 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Desales Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1864
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
81 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Desales Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
4 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
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School Notes

  • School Motto: We are Disciples of Jesus Christ
  • School Mascot: Leprechaun
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Desales Catholic High School often compared to?
Desales Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Assumption School, Walla Walla Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Desales Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Desales Catholic High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What is Desales Catholic High School's ranking?
Desales Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Desales Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Desales Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 81 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Washington is $15,110 for elementary schools and $17,026 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Washington is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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