Marquette Catholic High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 390 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,370
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Marquette Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Marquette Catholic High School
9	115
10	85
11	99
12	91

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Grade 9 enrollment highest with 115 students, more than Grade 10’s 85 and the other grades.

Year Founded

1927

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

390 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

33 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

20 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

6 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BusinessAP Calculus

AP ChemistryAP Computer Science Principles

AP Environmental ScienceAP US Government & Politics

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,370

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Tuition Notes

$150 - Enrollment fee $600 - Student activity and course fee

Summer Program Cost

$150

Summer Program Cost Notes

Class sizes are limited.

% on Financial Aid

56%

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 85%

College Acceptance Rate

98%

Admissions Director

Karen Coles

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

White, Royal blue

School Mascot

Captain Marquette

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Art ClubBreast Cancer Awareness Club

Campus MinistryChorus

Drama ClubInteract Club

N.H.S.Scholar Bowl

Student CouncilStudents for Soldiers

Students Offering SupportW.Y.S.E.

Yearbook

School Notes

Marquette Catholic High School, a coeducational institution of the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois, offers quality education in the Catholic tradition to families of all backgrounds.
Through the Serviam motto, the Marquette Community is challenged to integrate Christ's message into their lives, and thereby carry into the world.
Marquette Catholic High School supports parents in the educational ministry of their children.
Our focus on the uniqueness of each individual within the community and our concern for growth in wholeness and holiness are central to fostering Gospel values. Formed by religious virtues and educated academically and morally, students are inspired to seek truth and nurture mutual respect. Through extracurricular and sports offerings, Marquette Catholic provides development of the social and physical potential of each student.
With Jesus as our model of faith, we celebrate our Ursuline tradition, and with Diocesan leadership we look hopefully to our future through ongoing service to family, church, and community.

All incoming freshmen must take the placement test.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Marquette Catholic High School cost?

Marquette Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $9,370 for private students and $150 for summer students.

What schools are Marquette Catholic High School often compared to?

Marquette Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Mississippi Valley Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Marquette Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Marquette Catholic High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.

What sports does Marquette Catholic High School offer?

Marquette Catholic High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Marquette Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is Marquette Catholic High School's ranking?

Marquette Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Marquette Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Marquette Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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5 8/25/2021

MHS laid a firm foundation of desire for educational excellence promoting a long career in the medical field and music. Thank you to my music and science teachers.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Susy Haper Murphy

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Madison County, IL is $4,878 for elementary schools and $7,174 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Madison County, IL is 95% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).