Seton Catholic Preparatory
Tel:
(480)963-1900
- The mission of Seton Catholic Preparatory High School is to provide a college preparatory curriculum within a Catholic faith community, focusing on academic excellence, leadership and loving service to others.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 599 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,250
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
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Seton Catholic Preparatory places among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other religious school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1954 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | Cost varies for each course offered. |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2017 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 599 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 18% State avg.: 38% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 45 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 13:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 58% |
| Average Class Size | 25 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 17 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | Art History, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, European History, French, Latin, Macroeconomics, Music Theory, Physics C, Psychology, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, Studio Art: Drawing, US Government& Politics, US History, World History, |
| Average SAT score | 1240 |
| Average ACT score | 25 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Khaki pants, school polo shirts, skirts) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 31 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $16,250 |
| Tuition Notes | Seton offers a discounted rate to Catholic parishioners. Please contact our Admissions office for more information. |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Guillermo Vidaurri |
| Admissions Associate | Lisa Sweador |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 16 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 36 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Academic Decathlon, Arts Honor Club, Astronomy Club, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Chinese Club, Faith and Freedom Club, Fiesta Club, French Club, French National Honor Society, Global Ambassador Club, Harry Potter Club, House System, Latin Club, Literature and Art Magazine Club, Math Club, Math Honor Society, National Honor Society, Office Club, Pinterest Club, Prom Committee, Robotics Team, SCOPE, Sentinel Ambassador Society, Seton Buddies, Sign Language Club, Sister Cities, Solidarity Club, Spanish Honor Society, Spirit Club, Students for Life, Toastmasters Youth Leadership Program Arts and Music Programs: Dance Club, Drama Club, Pep Band Recreational Athletic Programs: Table Top Role Playing Games |
School Notes
- The mission of Seton Catholic Preparatory High School is to provide a college preparatory curriculum within a Catholic faith community, focusing on academic excellence, leadership and loving service to others.
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