Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School vs. Grace Christian Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Student Body
Grace Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Advanced Degrees
Overview
Bishop McNamara High School exists primarily to serve the Catholic Christian community of the Kankakee area, while welcoming students of all faiths.
A strong sense of community based on Christian love, care, concern, and sacrifice, unites students, parents, alumni, faculty, and administrators.
Through a synthesis of faith, culture and life, students are challenged and empowered to commit themselves to sharing the Good News.
GCA assists families in providing a sound education for their children through the integration of faith and learning.
GCA is committed to teaching a Biblical worldview in the development of basic spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social skills.
Grades Offered
9-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Dyslexia/Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
n/a
1973
Students Body
Total Students
315 students
241 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
20%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
28
Kindergarten Students
-
18
Grade 1 Students
-
17
Grade 2 Students
-
16
Grade 3 Students
-
21
Grade 4 Students
-
13
Grade 5 Students
-
12
Grade 6 Students
-
13
Grade 7 Students
-
13
Grade 8 Students
-
11
Grade 9 Students
90
24
Grade 10 Students
76
23
Grade 11 Students
74
19
Grade 12 Students
75
13
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
30 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
95%
Average Class Size
n/a
16
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:17
1:8
Average ACT score
n/a
22
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$4,700
Tuition Notes
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This is the Elementary rate. Registration, technology fees, testing fees, fundraising fees, and book fees are included in this cost. High school is $4840.
% on Financial Aid
n/a
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
95%
Admissions Director
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Aaron Most
Admissions Associate
n/a
Julie Betz
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
5