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O'connell College Preparatory School

Tel: (409) 765-5534

1320 Tremont Street
Galveston, TX 77550

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O'Connell College Preparatory School in Galveston, TX, serves 69 students in grades 9 through 12 within a town community setting. Founded in 1967, this Catholic coed high school maintains a studentteacher ratio of 9:1 with 8 fulltime teachers.

The school charges an annual tuition of $9,500 and reflects a student diversity of 40.58% students of color.

As a member of the National Catholic Educational Association, O'Connell College Preparatory offers a faithbased academic program in a town locale.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 69 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,500
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia

Year Founded

1967

Colors

Black, Red

Student Body

Total Students

69 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

41%

State avg.: 42%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,500

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does O'connell College Preparatory School cost?

O'connell College Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $9,500 for private students.

What schools are O'connell College Preparatory School often compared to?

O'connell College Preparatory School is often viewed alongside schools like Upward Hope Academy by visitors of our site.

What sports does O'connell College Preparatory School offer?

O'connell College Preparatory School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Dance, E-sports, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for O'connell College Preparatory School?

The application deadline for O'connell College Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Date

First Day of School!

August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

Spring Break

March 08, 2027 (Monday)

Last Day of School

May 28, 2027 (Friday)

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 4/1/2021

I am a graduate of O'Connell. I was able to succeed in academics and socially because of the atmosphere and the lifelong friendships I formed and maintain still after almost 40 years. The teachers care and they encouraged us to pursue activities that we wanted to pursue. I was a male cheerleader my senior year at O'Connell and it led to me being a University of Texas Cheerleader for 4 years, one year as head cheerleader and we were 2nd in the nation at the National Championships. My friendships have been life long I truly adore each and every one of them. It is not just a school to learn books, but it teaches you how to grow to be a good person.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Daniel Ruiz

5 4/6/2019

This school has a family atmosphere where the academics are the priority. Hard to find the kind of atmosphere where the teachers and administrators care about kids as much as they do.

- Posted by Parent - Sara

5 3/25/2013

Quality school. Up to 100% those students graduating go on to a college or university.

- Posted by Parent - eliza

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 69 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,500
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Galveston County, TX is $6,005 for elementary schools and $7,231 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Galveston County, TX is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).