Kolbe Cathedral High School
Tel:
(203) 335-2554
Kolbe Cathedral High School is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school in the Diocese of Bridgeport serving a multicultural, urban community.
Members of the school community are expected to "Work hard and be nice." The school and family form a partnership to foster the development of young Christian men and women academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Successful completion of four years of Kolbe Cathedral produces an individual who exhibits caring for others in the spirit of Christianity, sharing of knowledge, skills and talents for the good of others, and a strength of character that dares to make a difference by living the Gospel message.
Kolbe Cathedral offers a variety of extracurriculur activities for students.
Students are encouraged to participate fully in those activities that interest them.
For the past several years, Kolbe has seen 100% of graduates go on to college.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 301 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,450
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Oct. 17 / Mar. 13 / rolling
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Kolbe Cathedral High School places among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
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- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) New England Association of Schools and Colleges |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Year Founded | 1963 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 301 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 98% State avg.: 25% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 24 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 13:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 22 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 4 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP CSP, English Language/Comp, Human Geography, U.S. History |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Dress khaki pants, button-down shirt and tie (boys), uniform skirt, KC sweaters or blazers (upper grades). ) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Oct. 17 / Mar. 13 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $8,450 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition for 2017-2018 is $8450 |
| Admissions Director | Henry Rondon |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 9 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Catholic Youth Service Corp, Improv Club, Youth in Government Arts and Music Programs: Choir |
School Notes
- Kolbe Cathedral High School is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school in the Diocese of Bridgeport serving a multicultural, urban community. Members of the school community are expected to "Work hard and be nice." The school and family form a partnership to foster the development of young Christian men and women academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Successful completion of four years of Kolbe Cathedral produces an individual who exhibits caring for others in the spirit of Christianity, sharing of knowledge, skills and talents for the good of others, and a strength of character that dares to make a difference by living the Gospel message. Students take classes in a 4 by 4 block schedule. One credit courses run the eighteen weeks of either the fall or spring semester and half credit courses run the nine weeks of a marking period or quarter of the year. The four daily classes are each 80 minutes long. Kolbe Cathedral offers a variety of extracurriculur activities for students. Students are encouraged to participate fully in those activities that interest them.
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School Reviews
| 5 I love the school and the way they teach - Posted by Parent - Kisha Reid |
| 5 Kolbe Cathedral holds high expectations for every student and delivers in providing a strong faith-based, 21st Century education. Not only does Kolbe excel in preparing students for college, but it gives students the skills to thrive in the world beyond! - Posted by Teacher - drout |
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