School Facts
Student Body
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform- navy jumper with HH emblem, white blouse, reverse saddle shoes.
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Art HistoryAP Biology
AP CalculusAP Chemistry
AP Comparative Government and PoliticsAP Computer Science
AP English LanguageAP English Literature
AP Environmental ScienceAP Geography
AP LiteratureAP Music Theory
AP PhysicsAP Psychology
AP SpanishAP Statistics
AP US GovernmentAP US History
AP World History
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
tuition can be paid in monthly installments
% on Financial Aid
75%
Admissions Director
Rachael Bridgens
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Community Service CorpsLove for Life
MathletesModel UN
National Honor SocietyNational Math Honor Society
National Spanish Honor SocietyNo Place for Hate
Robotics ClubScience Club
Speak Up!Student Ambassadors
Student CouncilYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
ChorusDance
Drama ClubLiterary Magazine
Student Newspaper
School Notes
- Inspired by a rich diversity and ideal Center City location, John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School, through a Catholic values centered curriculum, educates women with faith, purpose and vision. John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School develops the intellectual, spiritual, and emotional potential of each student within a diverse Catholic academic community.
- The Hallahan community works closely with its members to cultivate the leadership potential of each student.
- Through participation in Hallahan's inspiring traditions, rigorous academics, and engaging activities, every young woman is encouraged to develop a vision for her future and is empowered with the faith and skills necessary to achieve her goals.
- John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School is an urban secondary school in the system of schools of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
- As we meet the academic needs of the students, we look to the holistic development of the young women entrusted to us.
- Inspired by a rich diversity and ideal Center City location, John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School, through a Catholic values centered curriculum, educates women with faith, purpose and vision. John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School develops the intellectual, spiritual, and emotional potential of each student within a diverse Catholic academic community. The Hallahan community works closely with its members to cultivate the leadership potential of each student. Through participation in Hallahan's inspiring traditions, rigorous academics, and engaging activities, every young woman is encouraged to develop a vision for her future and is empowered with the faith and skills necessary to achieve her goals. John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School is an urban secondary school in the system of schools of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. As we meet the academic needs of the students, we look to the holistic development of the young women entrusted to us.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School cost?
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School's tuition is approximately $7,100 for private students.
What sports does Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School offer?
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School?
The application deadline for Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(215) 731-1930
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(715) 471-4900
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students
Friends
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: 9-10 | 200 students
Catholic
1736 S 10th St
Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 465-8437
Distance: 9.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 1,020 students
Sports: 18
Catholic
1701 S Sproul Rd
Springfield, PA 19064
(610) 544-3800
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 546 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 13
Christian
910 N. 6th Street (Multiple Campus Locations)
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 731-1930
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Special Education School
111 N 49th St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
(715) 471-4900
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students
Friends
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 546 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 13
Christian
910 N. 6th Street (Multiple Campus Locations)
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 731-1930
Distance: 5.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 92 students
Christian
220 W Upsal St
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 438-6557
Distance: 6.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 11 students
Avg. class size: 3 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 7
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
5900 N 5th Street, Suite 101
Philadelphia, PA 19120
(267) 595-4723
Distance: 7.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 368 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 9
Christian
6445 Bingham St
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 725-3383
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students
Friends
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 5.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 92 students
Christian
220 W Upsal St
Philadelphia, PA 19119
(215) 438-6557
Distance: 7.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 368 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 9
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6445 Bingham St
Philadelphia, PA 19111
(215) 725-3383
Distance: 8.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 565 students
Sports: 14
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(610) 525-2700
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Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 14
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275 S Ithan Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 801-1869
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: NS | 51 students
Montessori School
2000 Hamilton St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 717-1572
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 36 students
Daycare / Preschool
440 N 16th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 751-8765
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students
Friends
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 47 students
Montessori School
1733 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 701-3937
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students
Montessori School
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students
Friends
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 813 students
All-boys (Catholic)
301 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 627-1270
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students
Islamic
1141 N 63rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(267) 292-3573
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 107 students
Christian
3611 N Randolph St 15
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 221-0909
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-11 | 9 students
6026 Drexel Rd Rear
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 921-9875
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Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students
Montessori School
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students
Islamic
1141 N 63rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19151
(267) 292-3573
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 107 students
Christian
3611 N Randolph St 15
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 221-0909
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-11 | 9 students
6026 Drexel Rd Rear
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 921-9875
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: NS | 51 students
Montessori School
2000 Hamilton St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 717-1572
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 36 students
Daycare / Preschool
440 N 16th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 751-8765
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 600 students
Friends
17th St & Benjamin Franklin
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 561-5900
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 47 students
Montessori School
1733 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 701-3937
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-3 | 167 students
Montessori School
55 N. 22nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-6368
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Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 400-7580
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Philadelphia, PA 19130
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