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Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School

1554 18th Ave Columbus, NE 68601

Tel: (402) 564-7165

columbus-catholic.org

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NE School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 398 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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SAVE SCHOOL

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NE School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 398 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School
7	62
8	74
9	66
10	64
11	65
12	67

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Grade 8 has the most students with 74, making it the largest grade at Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School.

Year Founded

1884

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

398 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 20%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

20 students

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Colors

Green, Gold, White

School Notes

Scotus Central Catholic High School assures all students the opportunity to receive a faith-based Catholic education through academic excellence and diverse extracurricular activities.
The purpose of Catholic education is to provide young people with a strong religious foundation upon which to build the rest of their lives.
Scotus Central Catholic forms their students in traditional values to build their lives on the message of the Gospel by proclaiming the "good news" in word and action.
In addition, the education program prepares students to compete in an increasingly technological society with a comprehensive curriculum as well as a wide variety of activities.
Scotus Central Catholic is an exceptionally dedicated institution with the highest expectations for its staff and students.
There are excellent opportunities for individuals to participate in class discussions and projects.
Students are challenged academically and have the benefit of personal attention from the instructors.

Scotus Central Catholic High School assures all students the opportunity to receive a faith-based Catholic education through academic excellence and diverse extracurricular activities. The purpose of Catholic education is to provide young people with a strong religious foundation upon which to build the rest of their lives. Scotus Central Catholic forms their students in traditional values to build their lives on the message of the Gospel by proclaiming the "good news" in word and action. In addition, the education program prepares students to compete in an increasingly technological society with a comprehensive curriculum as well as a wide variety of activities. Scotus Central Catholic is an exceptionally dedicated institution with the highest expectations for its staff and students. There are excellent opportunities for individuals to participate in class discussions and projects. Students are challenged academically and have the benefit of personal attention from the instructors.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School's ranking?

Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School?

The application deadline for Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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