Marian Central Catholic High School is a college preparatory Catholic school.
Marian shares with parents and the parishes of the McHenry Deanery in the teaching mission of the Church.
Our school provides students with an education infused with Catholic Christian values, designed to promote religious, spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,300
- Acceptance rate: 97%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Marian Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1959
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
294 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
61%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Macroeconomics, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Human Geography, AP Microeconomics, AP Physics 1, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Pre-Calculus, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, AP U.S. History, AP World History: Modern
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Blue or khaki pants with red, white or blue Marian polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,300
Tuition Notes
Discounted participating parishioner rate of one of the 17 Catholic parishes in McHenry County, Rockford Diocese - $8,400
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Kaitlin Bordeaux
Admissions Associate
Vannessa Garrelts
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Building Men and Women for Life
- Marian Central Catholic High School is a college preparatory Catholic school. Marian shares with parents and the parishes of the McHenry Deanery in the teaching mission of the Church. Our school provides students with an education infused with Catholic Christian values, designed to promote religious, spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- George D. Toma, Sports Field Consultant -
- John Doe, Notable Community Leader -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Marian Central Catholic High School cost?
Marian Central Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $11,300 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Marian Central Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Marian Central Catholic High School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
Who are famous alumni from Marian Central Catholic High School?
Marian Central Catholic High School famous alumni include: George D. Toma, Sports Field Consultant and John Doe, Notable Community Leader.
What sports does Marian Central Catholic High School offer?
Marian Central Catholic High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, E-sports, Fencing, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Marian Central Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
What is Marian Central Catholic High School's ranking?
Marian Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Marian Central Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Marian Central Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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