The mission of Monsignor Donovan Catholic high School (MDCHS) as a Catholic college-preparatory school is to develop leaders with the compassion, confidence, and courage who, out of love for Christ and others, will radiate Christ in their lives.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,700
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
A resource teachers is on staff to provide support to students with minor differences in learning or processing.
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
88%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Art, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Competition, AP Latin Vergil, AP U.S. History
Average SAT score
1190
Average ACT score
27
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,700
% on Financial Aid
43%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Kara Hatcher
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Philosophy
- The Donovan Community is a college-preparatory school dedicated to providing opportunities for the development of the spiritual, moral, emotional, intellectual, social, and physical growth of each student.As we strive to nurture within each student the belief that we are all created by a loving God who cares for us and desires that we share with Him His life of happiness, our goal is to work in partnership with parents in developing in their sons and daughters a sense of responsibility to God, to themselves, and to their fellow human beings.We believe that learning requires a disciplined atmosphere that fosters both personal freedom and responsibility for one`s decisions.We strive to develop Christian values and to teach our Catholic heritage that all students might become examples of the ideal Christian person: A person who contributes energies and God-given talents for the well-being of self and others.We welcome students to our school who are from non-Catholic faith traditions unless attendance would cause conflict for them because of the unique Catholic dimension and philosophy of our school. We believe in One God, The Father, The Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and that every person is made in His image, deserving of respect and love. We foster these values so that our students may "Radiate the Lord" to the world.
- Crest & Founding Values
- The crest of Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School represents founding values for the school. The following is an explanation, clockwise from the upper left portion of the crest:
- Family - Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School will be a school that provides a nurturing close-knit environment and will encourage parents to take an active part in their child`s education.
- Inclusiveness - Anyone who is qualified, no matter the socio-economic, racial, or religious background, is encouraged to apply and attend Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School.
- Jesus Christ - Our central focus as a Catholic school will be to promote a Christian environment and faith-based education in the Catholic tradition.
- High Academic Standards and Expectations - Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School is a college-preparatory school that will expect much from its students and will assist them in their academic endeavors so that each student`s talents can be fully realized.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School cost?
Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $10,700 for private students.
What schools are Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School often compared to?
Monsignor Donovan Catholic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athens Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School offer?
Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School's ranking?
Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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