St. Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School

The mission of Holy Name Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School, as a part of the Roman Catholic Church in the Diocese of Worcester, Massachusetts, is to inspire our students to study and apply Gospel values and the moral principles of Jesus Christ to all of our academic, artistic, social and athletic programs.
Students are provided a stimulating learning environment to encourage them to become life long learners.
Each student is empowered to master the high academic and ethical standards necessary to achieve success and to be a Catholic Christian witness in the world.
Holy Name is a co-educational college-preparatory school where each student is provided a Catholic environment in which academic excellence is balanced with social development, artistic and athletic achievement, discipline and the commitment to building the Kingdom of God in justice and peace.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 540 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
2020
Colors
White, Black, Gold, Columbia blue

Student Body

Total Students
540 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
23 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Knights
  • The mission of Holy Name Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School, as a part of the Roman Catholic Church in the Diocese of Worcester, Massachusetts, is to inspire our students to study and apply Gospel values and the moral principles of Jesus Christ to all of our academic, artistic, social and athletic programs. Students are provided a stimulating learning environment to encourage them to become life long learners. Each student is empowered to master the high academic and ethical standards necessary to achieve success and to be a Catholic Christian witness in the world. Holy Name is a co-educational college-preparatory school where each student is provided a Catholic environment in which academic excellence is balanced with social development, artistic and athletic achievement, discipline and the commitment to building the Kingdom of God in justice and peace.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School's ranking?
St. Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School located?
St. Paul Diocesan Junior/Senior High School is located in the Broadmeadow Brook neighborhood of Worcester, MA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 540 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Worcester, MA is $22,341 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Worcester, MA is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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