McGill-Toolen Catholic High School provides a quality secondary education which enables individuals to grow in faith, to search for knowledge and truth in mind, body, and spirit, and continue building the kingdom of God on earth.
By active involvement in the learning process, students are prepared for lives of Christian leadership and service.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
856 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Scientia Pro Amor Dei-knowledge for the love of God.
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
- McGill-Toolen Catholic High School provides a quality secondary education which enables individuals to grow in faith, to search for knowledge and truth in mind, body, and spirit, and continue building the kingdom of God on earth.
- By active involvement in the learning process, students are prepared for lives of Christian leadership and service.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School's ranking?
Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School located?
Mcgill-toolen Catholic High School is located in the Old Dauphin Way Historic District neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 4 other private schools located in Old Dauphin Way Historic District.
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary Catholic School (0.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
161 Dogwood Ln
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 342-6700
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 342-6700
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,227 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
65 Mobile St
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 470-9021
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 470-9021
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,242 student Tuition listed
3650 Springhill Ave
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 342-5442
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 342-5442
4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 575 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3
4255 Cottage Hill Road
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 660-2427
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 660-2427
5.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 726 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1400 University Blvd
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 666-2991
Mobile, AL 36609
(251) 666-2991
5.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 741 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
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