Archbishop Hoban High School vs. St. Vincent-St. Mary High School
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St. Vincent-St. Mary High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
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Overview
Archbishop Hoban High School is a Roman Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory high school serving 815 students on a 75-acre campus in East Akron, Ohio.
On average 97 percent of seniors enroll in a two or four-year college following graduation.
Hoban is committed to making Catholic education available to an economically, academically and ethnically diverse student population.
The Brothers of Holy Cross founded the school in 1953 to serve boys from grades 9 through 12.
In 1973, the school became coed. In 1976, the lay Board of Directors assumed major governance responsibilities.
The Board continues to work with the Brothers, who now sponsor the school.
The 64 faculty members have an average career of 16 years of experience.
Of the faculty members, 75% hold master`s degrees and three have doctorates.
The student-to-faculty ratio is 13:1. Archbishop Hoban High School is accredited by the State of Ohio, the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the Ohio Catholic Schools Accrediting Association.
St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (STVM) is a four-year, co-educational, college preparatory Catholic high school.
In June 2017, the Marianist Province of the United States welcomed STVM as a Marianist-sponsored school.
We are the only STEM-designated Catholic high school in Ohio.
We have been an integral part of the Akron community for more than 100 years, providing quality education rooted in Catholic faith.
Our comprehensive, college-preparatory curriculum provides our students with a strong academic and religious foundation that prepares them for college and beyond.
In the spirit of the Gospel, we are committed to educate the whole person, to lead and serve; enlightening the mind, developing the body, touching the heart, and inspiring the soul.
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Blue Ribbon School
Yes
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Students receive support based on IEP/ETR
Year Founded
1953
1972
Students Body
Total Students
805 students
579 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
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Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 9 Students
200
140
Grade 10 Students
212
144
Grade 11 Students
193
145
Grade 12 Students
200
150
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
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% Faculty with Advance Degree
75%
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Average Class Size
25
n/a
Number of AP Classes
11
17
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
n/a
Average SAT score
1240
n/a
Average ACT score
25
23
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Khaki-style pants & school polo)
(Khaki-style pants & school polo)
Casual
(STVM uniform shirt/khakis/tennis shoes)
(STVM uniform shirt/khakis/tennis shoes)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
May. 15
Tuition Cost
$11,350
$14,500
Tuition Notes
n/a
We offer one-payment, two-payment, four-payment and monthly payment plans.
% on Financial Aid
61%
65%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$7,500
Acceptance Rate
98%
81%
Admissions Director
Julie Stieber
Jess Jurevicius
Admissions Associate
Sara Stone
Morgan Turner
Sports
Total Sports Offered
23
15
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
45
36
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Academic ChallengeAkron Roundtable Luncheons
AmbassadorsAnimal Care League
Chess ClubChinese Club
Creative Writing ClubEntrepreneurship Club
eSports ClubFirst Friday Club Luncheons
French ClubGourmet Food Club
Green Knights Environmental ClubHarry Potter Club
Hoban TroubadoursItalian Club
Junior Classical LeagueKnights for Life
LEAP: Leaders in Envonmental Awareness and ProtectionMath Competitions
Mock TrialModel United Nations
National Honor Society: Seat of Wisdom ChapterPeace and Justice Club
Peer MentorsProject HOPE
Revolutionary War History DayRobotics Team
SADDScience Olympiad
Service CommitteeSophisticated Students of History Club
Spanish ClubStar Wars Club
Student CouncilStudent Literary and Arts Magazine: Fifth Avenue Review
Student Newspaper: The VisorStudent Yearbook: The Way
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubChoir
Drama ClubFine Arts Club
Music MinistrySteel Drum Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ski Club
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Academic Challenge TeamBook Club
Chinese ClubEnvironmental Conservation Club
Eucharistic MinistersFrench Club
Future MedicsHouse System
Irish Dance TeamJournalism
Lectors and Altar ServersMath Team
Mock TrialModel United Nations (MUN)
Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society)NASA/Student Launch Initiative
National Honor Society (NHS)Robotics Team
Rocket TeamSpanish Club
Technology TeamYearbook Staff
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubConcert Choir
Dramatic Mystery DinnerFall Play
International Thespian SocietyJazz Band
Liturgical ChoirMarching Band
Pep BandPit Orchestra
Show ChoirSpring Musical
Symphonic BandSymphonic Choir