Dowling Catholic High School
Tel:
(515) 225-3000
- Dowling Catholic High School is committed to serving the Greater Des Moines Catholic community and embracing learners of all faiths. Dowling will inspire a Christ-centered love of learning and a respect for fellow human beings through the application of moral principles, a commitment to service, and excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, and extra-curricular activities.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 1,428 students
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Dowling Catholic High School places among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Year Founded | 1918 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 1,428 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 13% State avg.: 14% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 105 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 57% |
| Average Class Size | 23 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 15 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | Advanced Placement Courses: Biology, an, Calculus, Chemistry, Computer Science, English and Language Composition, English Literature and Compostition, Environmental Science, European History, Government, Microeconomics, Physics 1 & 2, Pyschology, Spanish |
| Average ACT score | 24 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (khaki, navy or black slacks with a DCHS polo) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | We have participating and non-participating tuition. http://www.dowlingcatholic.org/15-16%20Tuition%20Schedule-1.pdf |
| % on Financial Aid | 40% |
| Admissions Director | Tatia Eischeid |
| Admissions Associate | Kelly Lentsch |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 20 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Polo, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Polo, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track, Wrestling, |
School Notes
- Dowling Catholic High School is committed to serving the Greater Des Moines Catholic community and embracing learners of all faiths. In an environment that is faithful, caring and dedicated, Dowling Catholic forms each student to become a Christ-centered leader.
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