Donovan Catholic High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 641 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,540
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Donovan Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Donovan Catholic High School
9	142
10	163
11	163
12	173

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1962

Colors

White, Blue, Royal blue

Student Body

Total Students

641 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

29%

State avg.: 40%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

31 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

34%

Average Class Size

23 students

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science

AP PhysicsAP Psychology

AP United States HistoryAP World History

Catholic Social Teaching (Honors/College Credit through Georgian Court Univ.)Computer Science (Honors/College Credit through Ocean County College)

Average SAT score

1254

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki Pants or Kilt with Blue Polo

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,540

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Tuition Notes

10 month payment plan

% on Financial Aid

28%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,200

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Kathleen D'Andrea

Admissions Associate

Dennis Carey

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

24 sports

School Notes

Donovan Catholic is a learning community seeking truth through faith, service and scholarship.
The Catholic community of Donovan Catholic educates its students to live their faith, respect and serve others, and pursue academic excellence in a college preparatory environment.
To fulfill our mission, we have developed a strong curriculum that includes a wide range of subjects, recognizes various ability levels, and nurtures students' curiosity and creativity.
Our Campus Ministry program and Religion Department encourage students to serve others, while reflecting about life and their relationship with God and other people.
Our co-curricular and athletic programs offer a wide range of activities that encourage students to develop and apply their talents outside the classroom setting.

School Mascot: Griffin

- Only Catholic High School in Ocean County. - All students must fulfill a service requirement. - Every student receives a laptop computer. -Collegiate Scheduling is utilized.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Donovan Catholic High School cost?

Donovan Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $12,540 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Donovan Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Donovan Catholic High School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.

What sports does Donovan Catholic High School offer?

Donovan Catholic High School offers 24 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Donovan Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.

What is Donovan Catholic High School's ranking?

Donovan Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Donovan Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Donovan Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Ocean County, NJ is $10,980 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Ocean County, NJ is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).