Central Catholic High School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 744 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,250
Acceptance rate: 37%
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Central Catholic High School
9	182
10	182
11	203
12	177

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Year Founded

1927

School Calendar

School Motto

The Central Catholic Promise: To inspire boys to become Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, Men of Service.

Student Body

Total Students

744 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

21%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

58 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

21 students

Number of AP Courses

27 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,250

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Acceptance Rate

37%

National avg.: 82%

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Sports

Colors

Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Viking

School Notes

Central Catholic High School, a college preparatory diocesan school for boys, is guided by the educational principles of Saint John Baptist de La Salle.
The school strives to provide a challenging, relevant, and diverse program of studies and extracurricular activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and scholarship and develops leaders rooted in the Gospel values of integrity, respect, service, justice and peace.
We strive to provide each student with realistic challenges according to his capacity for intellectual growth, creativity, and spiritual development.
During these formative years we strive to stimulate his mind, guide his critical thinking, promote competent self-expression, and develop his faith.
We will help the student to make choices likely to provide personal fulfillment beyond high school.

Central Catholic High School, a college preparatory diocesan school for boys, is guided by the educational principles of Saint John Baptist de La Salle. The school strives to provide a challenging, relevant, and diverse program of studies and extracurricular activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and scholarship and develops leaders rooted in the Gospel values of integrity, respect, service, justice and peace. We strive to provide each student with realistic challenges according to his capacity for intellectual growth, creativity, and spiritual development. During these formative years we strive to stimulate his mind, guide his critical thinking, promote competent self-expression, and develop his faith. We will help the student to make choices likely to provide personal fulfillment beyond high school.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Central Catholic High School cost?

Central Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $15,250 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Central Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Central Catholic High School is 37%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Central Catholic High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.

What is Central Catholic High School's ranking?

Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Central Catholic High School?

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

In what neighborhood is Central Catholic High School located?

Central Catholic High School is located in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 7 other private schools located in Squirrel Hill North.

School Reviews

5 3/22/2017

Many many years ago, I attended Central Catholic High School. As a vintage old-timer, the school provided me an excellent preparatory background for academic success first at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, and then at the University of Pittsburgh. Thank you Central!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Regis Schilken

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The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,280 for elementary schools and $18,184 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pittsburgh, PA is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).