Bishop Watterson High School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 957 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,200
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
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School Rankings

Bishop Watterson High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bishop Watterson High School
9	263
10	256
11	217
12	221

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild

Year Founded

1954

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

957 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

75 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

21 students

Average SAT score

1203

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

males - black uniform pants, white shirt and tie; females - uniform jumper, white shirt and knee socks

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Computer Science AAP Computer Science Principles

AP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and Composition

AP Italian Language and CultureAP Latin

AP MacroeconomicsAP Microeconomics

AP Physics "C" MechanicsAP PreCalculus

AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language and Culture

AP StatisticsAP United States Government and Politics

AP United States History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,200

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Tuition Notes

+$300 Facility Fee, +$200 technology fee For 2024-25 school year, 87.5% of our students received scholarships or assistance through BWHS, Diocese, EdChoice and other sources.

Admissions Director

Mary Kate Harris

Admissions Associate

Jay Schlater

Endowment Size

$4.659 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

20 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

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Colors

Gold, Cardinal

School Mascot

Eagle

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

24 CLUBS for 2025-26 school yearStudent Ambassador Program

Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:

2 Choirs5 Bands including marching

Fall DramaSpring Musical

School Notes

Bishop Watterson High School, inspired by the example of Christ, seeks to challenge and nurture the leaders of the 21st century by providing them with the religious, moral, intellectual, social, and physical skills that they will need to achieve their fullest potential as productive and successful Catholic adults. Bishop Watterson High School endeavors to educate the total person by focusing on the spiritual, intellectual and physical development of the students.
The primary goal is to produce mature, self-disciplined young men and women who have a firm commitment to essential Gospel values, a deep understanding of their rights and responsibilities as Christian citizens, the critical skills necessary to pursue successfully their post-secondary education and chosen careers, and an appreciation of their cultural heritage and artistic achievements.

Bishop Watterson High School is a comprehensive, co-educational, Catholic school for grades 9-12. It is located in a residential area serving the northwest quadrant of Columbus and Franklin County. A large majority of parents are college-educated, business and professional people. Bishop Watterson High School meets all State of Ohio education requirements and is fully accredited by the Department of Education, State of Ohio and the Catholic Diocese of Columbus. Bishop Watterson High School also received the U.S. Department of Education Exemplary School Award.
More than 90% of the students are Catholic. Students come from the Columbus City Schools and seven suburban school systems Buckeye Valley, Delaware, Dublin, Hilliard, Olentangy, Upper Arlington, and Worthington. More than 98% of the graduates enter four-year and two-year colleges and universities. A typical graduating class will be dispersed to fifty or more colleges throughout the United States. Many of the top quartile will be attending our country`s most competitive colleges.
The curriculum is college preparatory. The Advanced Placement, honors, and accelerated programs offer those students who qualify the opportunity to follow a stimulating curriculum designed for the academically talented. Students must apply and meet high academic standards/criteria to be placed into accelerated, honors and Advanced Placement courses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Watterson High School cost?

Bishop Watterson High School's tuition is approximately $12,200 for private students.

What sports does Bishop Watterson High School offer?

Bishop Watterson High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Bishop Watterson High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.

What is Bishop Watterson High School's ranking?

Bishop Watterson High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Bishop Watterson High School?

The application deadline for Bishop Watterson High School is Jan. 15.

In what neighborhood is Bishop Watterson High School located?

Bishop Watterson High School is located in the Indian Springs neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other private schools located in Indian Springs.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 12/7/2016

Bishop Watterson provided my children with an exceptional well rounded academic experience. They were well prepared for college. Bishop Watterson is a community in every sense of the word. It is a constant at this school to be expected to contribute to the community in which we live! Additionally, students learn skills to be responsible as well as communicate with adults and employers.

- Posted by Parent - Sharon

5 12/7/2016

I am a graduate of BWHS in '84. I love Watterson, my 3 children have or are attending BWHS. Upon graduation they are equipped w/ the right skills and education to be successful at the college level. BWHS has more classes available than any other central Ohio Catholic School. So if your child is a slower learner or an advanced learner you will be in the best hands possible w/in the Catholic diocese. The new principal(s) are great and the energy at BWHS is always fun, positive, spiritually based and just an all around great place to be.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - George Breen Cleary

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The average private school tuition in Columbus, OH is $12,838 for elementary schools and $19,281 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbus, OH is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).