Dubois Area Catholic High School Photo #0 - Little Cardinals Preschool! Our preschool prepares children for school! We have two and three day morning classes, a five day afternoon class and a five day all day Kindergarten Prep class. Two, three and five day classes may visit our gym, Library and technology rooms. Kindergarten Prep students enjoy 'pull-out' programs in gym, art, music, technology and Library.

Dubois Area Catholic High School

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Dubois Area Catholic High School Photo #1 - Little Cardinals Preschool! Our preschool prepares children for school! We have two and three day morning classes, a five day afternoon class and a five day all day Kindergarten Prep class. Two, three and five day classes may visit our gym, Library and technology rooms. Kindergarten Prep students enjoy 'pull-out' programs in gym, art, music, technology and Library.
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Dubois Area Catholic High School Photo #1 - Little Cardinals Preschool! Our preschool prepares children for school! We have two and three day morning classes, a five day afternoon class and a five day all day Kindergarten Prep class. Two, three and five day classes may visit our gym, Library and technology rooms. Kindergarten Prep students enjoy 'pull-out' programs in gym, art, music, technology and Library.
The DuBois Central Catholic School is an educational complex for students pre-K through grade twelve.
As a school of the Diocese of Erie, we exist to fulfill the mission of the Catholic Church to teach as Jesus did.
We strive to accomplish this mission by evangelizing, educating and socializing our students, and worshipping God as a community of believers.
We are dedicated to the growth of the whole person, and we help students recognize and develop individual talents so that they can know God and serve Him in building a just society.
We seek to educate the whole student - body, mind, and spirit. Our goal is the development of each student.
In an atmosphere of love, understanding, cooperation, and freedoms, this community views each person as a sacred gift with unique abilities.
It endeavors to instill Christian values as it fosters students' intellectual, social, psychological, physical, and spiritual growth within the Catholic tradition.
The student is provided with the intellectual skills necessary to function effectively in society.
Each is given the opportunity to develop according to individual potential, so that throughout life there may be both the desire and the capabilities for continued growth. DuBois Central Catholic Elementary School's program is designed to prepare the student to grow as a responsible Christian and American citizen and to respond successfully to the challenges of life in the church, the nation, and the world.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 453 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,000
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Dubois Area Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Blue, Cardinal, Cardinal Blue
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
453 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Dubois Area Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
Advanced Courses
AP American HistoryAP Biology
AP CalculusAP Chemistry II
AP English Literature & CompositionAP Environmental Science
Average SAT score
1147
(Out of 1600)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is dependent upon grade level, number of children enrolled an whether or not a family is a member of a contributing parish. For tuition information it is best to visit our website or call the school.
% on Financial Aid
70%
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Debora A. Kruise
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Boy Scouts (Elem.)Campus Ministry (HS)
Cardinal Media GroupCivil War Club (MS)
Community AmbassadorsELO (Enhanced Learning Opportunities) (2nd through 5th Grade)
Environmental Club (HS)Girl Scouts Of America (Elem.)
Journalism (MS & HS)Mock Trial Team
National Honor Society (HS)National Junior Honor Society
Regional Science CompetitionRotary Interact Club (MS & HS)
Scholastic ChallengeStudent Ambassadors
Student Council (MS & HS)Student Council Government (MS & HS)
Tech Club (5th Grade)Trout in the Classroom


Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus (MS & HS; 5th Grade)Private Music Lessons (4th - 8th Grade)
Theatre (MS & HS)


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Boys Basketball (Grades 4 & 5)Girls Basketball (Grades 4-8)
Little Dribblers (Boys & Girls; K-4)Running Club
Super Strikers Soccer (Grades 1-5)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Cardinals
  • The DuBoisCentral Catholic School is an educational complex for students pre-K through grade twelve. As a school of the Diocese of Erie, we exist to fulfill the mission of the Catholic Church to teach as Jesus did. We strive to accomplish this mission by evangelizing, educating and socializing our students, and worshipping God as a community of believers. We are dedicated to the growth of the whole person, and we help students recognize and develop individual talents so that they can know God and serve Him in building a just society. We seek to educate the whole student - body, mind, and spirit.Our goal is the development of each student. In an atmosphere of love, understanding, cooperation and freedoms, this community views each person as a sacred gift with unique abilities. It endeavors to instill Christian values as it fosters students intellectual, social, psychological, physical, and spiritual growth within Catholic tradition. The student is provided with the intellectual skills necessary to function effectively in society. Each is given the opportunity to develop according to individual potential, so that throughout life there may be both the desire and the capabilities for continued growth. DuBoisCentral Catholic Elementary School's program is designed to prepare the student to grow as a responsible Christian and American citizen and to respond successfully to the challenges of life in the church, the nation and the world.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dubois Area Catholic High School cost?
Dubois Area Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $17,000 for private students.
What schools are Dubois Area Catholic High School often compared to?
Dubois Area Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Du Bois Christian Schools by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Dubois Area Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Dubois Area Catholic High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Dubois Area Catholic High School offer?
Dubois Area Catholic High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Dubois Area Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Dubois Area Catholic High School's ranking?
Dubois Area Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Dubois Area Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Dubois Area Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 453 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,000
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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