The mission of the Hastings Catholic Schools is to prepare all students to become responsible citizens, life-long learners, and strong Catholic witnesses, who find meaningful purpose in this life and for eternity.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,300
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Blue, White
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
253 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Average ACT score
22
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
White Polo Shirt and School Skirt or Khaki/Navy Blue Pants
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic Decathlon, Band (Marching/Jazz/Pep), Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Catholic Medical Careers Association, Cheerleading, Dance Team, Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor Society, One-Act Play, Quiz Bowl, Spirit Singers, Student Council, Swing Choir, Teens for Life, Whatcha' Doin'?
School Notes
- School Motto: Encounter Christ | Grow in Knowledge | Become Christian Witnesses
- Belief Statements of the Hastings Catholic Schools:
- We believe that every student bears within himself/herself the image of God the Creator, and therefore, that every student has a mind capable of knowing the truth, a will capable of choosing the good, and a body capable of glorifying God.
- We believe that we are bound to help students grow more fully into the image of God by providing them a good Catholic formatioon of mind, will, and body.
- We believe that excellent instruction in both religious and secular sciences will contribute to students knowing the truth.
- We believe that teaching, modeling, and demanding good moral action from our students will help them to grow in virtue so that they will choose the good consistently and easily.
- We believe that training students in divine worship; musical, theatrical, and other artistic performances; and athletics will help them to glorify God in their bodies.
- We believe that forming students' minds, wills, and bodies according to the image of God in them will help them to discern and live their vocations in ways that help others and advance the Kingdom of God in the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School cost?
St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School's tuition is approximately $2,300 for private students.
What schools are St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School often compared to?
St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School is often viewed alongside schools like Christ Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School offer?
St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School?
The application deadline for St. Cecilia Middle Sch/high School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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