Desales Catholic High School in Walla Walla, WA, serves 81 co–ed students in grades 9 through 12 within a city–based community setting.
Founded in 1864, the school has one of the oldest founding dates among private high schools in Washington state.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with an average class size of 15 and employs 8 teachers.
Desales Catholic High School offers 4 Advanced Placement courses and has 20.5% student diversity in racial or ethnic representation.
Tuition acceptance rate is 100%, and the school is affiliated with the Catholic religious tradition and the National Catholic Educational Association.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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:
Category
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
Student Body
Total Students
81 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
4 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
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 82%.
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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The nearest high school to Desales Catholic High School is St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies (2.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Assumption School (1.9 miles away)
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Walla Walla Valley Academy
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300 Sw Academy Way
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-1050
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-1050
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(Seventh Day Adventist)
300 Sw Academy Way
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-1050
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-1050
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Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
1.9 miles
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St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies ![St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo]( "St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo")
(Greek Orthodox)
2346 S Wilbur Ave
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
2.8 miles
Gr: K-9 | 50 students Tuition listed
Rogers Adventist School ![Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School]( "Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
200 SW Academy Way
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
3.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 338 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Walla Walla Valley Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
300 Sw Academy Way
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-1050
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-1050
3.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Liberty Christian School
(Christian)
3172 Peppers Bridge Rd
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 141 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies ![St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo]( "St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo")
(Greek Orthodox)
2346 S Wilbur Ave
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
2.8 miles
Gr: K-9 | 50 students Tuition listed
Rogers Adventist School ![Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School]( "Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
200 SW Academy Way
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
3.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 338 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Walla Walla Valley Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
300 Sw Academy Way
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(509) 525-1050
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-1050
3.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Liberty Christian School
(Christian)
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Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 141 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Assumption School
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Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
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St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies ![St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo]( "St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo")
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(509) 525-9380
Walla Walla, WA 99362
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Gr: K-9 | 50 students Tuition listed
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200 SW Academy Way
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(509) 529-1850
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(509) 529-1850
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Gr: K-12 | 338 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
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(509) 525-5082
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
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(509) 525-3030
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
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(509) 525-5082
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
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Gr: PK-10 | 141 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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