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Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School (Closed 2023)

311 N 19th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #1 - Hallahan girls are a spirited group! Dressed in green are freshman with their "big sister" in Junior class. This was Hallahan Day, a long standing tradition of dressing in class colors, Senior Class performance, and Hallahan Sisterhood bonding.
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Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #1 - Hallahan girls are a spirited group! Dressed in green are freshman with their "big sister" in Junior class. This was Hallahan Day, a long standing tradition of dressing in class colors, Senior Class performance, and Hallahan Sisterhood bonding.
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #2 - Hallahan student ambassadors, ready to show you around their school!
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #3
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #4 - The Building Exterior. Hallahan was built in 1901, the oldest all girls archdiocesan high school in the United States.
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #5 - Graduates at the Logan Square fountain. Hallahan is located in Center City Philadelphia and Center City is our campus. We have mass at the beautiful Cathedral Basicalla of Saints Peter and Paul, students take classes at Moore College and U. of the Arts, class trips to Franklin Institute, Academy of Sciences, and more.
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #6 - National Honor Society executive committee. Our students achieve 90% above national norms on standardized tests, 97% continue on to college, and 2013 graduates earned $12,000,000 in college scholarships.
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #7 - Two of students at the Jingle Jam dance. Throughout the school year students enjoy Father-Daughter dance, Mother-Daughter luncheon, and Proms.
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #8 - Mickey Mouse is our mascot!
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Photo #9 - Hallahan Class of 2016 earned $14.1 million in college merit scholarships. Students attend many prestigious colleges and universities. Check out Hallahan website to learn more!
Inspired by a rich diversity and ideal Center City location, John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School, through a Catholic values centered curriculum, educates women with faith, purpose and vision. John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School develops the intellectual, spiritual, and emotional potential of each student within a diverse Catholic academic community.
The Hallahan community works closely with its members to cultivate the leadership potential of each student.
Through participation in Hallahan's inspiring traditions, rigorous academics, and engaging activities, every young woman is encouraged to develop a vision for her future and is empowered with the faith and skills necessary to achieve her goals.
John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School is an urban secondary school in the system of schools of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
As we meet the academic needs of the students, we look to the holistic development of the young women entrusted to us.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1901

Student Body

Total Students
411 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
28 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
19 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
AP Art HistoryAP Biology
AP CalculusAP Chemistry
AP Comparative Government and PoliticsAP Computer Science
AP English LanguageAP English Literature
AP Environmental ScienceAP Geography
AP LiteratureAP Music Theory
AP PhysicsAP Psychology
AP SpanishAP Statistics
AP US GovernmentAP US History
AP World History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform- navy jumper with HH emblem, white blouse, reverse saddle shoes.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
tuition can be paid in monthly installments
% on Financial Aid
75%
Admissions Director
Rachael Bridgens

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Community Service CorpsLove for Life
MathletesModel UN
National Honor SocietyNational Math Honor Society
National Spanish Honor SocietyNo Place for Hate
Robotics ClubScience Club
Speak Up!Student Ambassadors
Student CouncilYearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
ChorusDance
Drama ClubLiterary Magazine
Student Newspaper

School Notes

  • Inspired by a rich diversity and ideal Center City location, John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School, through a Catholic values centered curriculum, educates women with faith, purpose and vision. John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School develops the intellectual, spiritual, and emotional potential of each student within a diverse Catholic academic community. The Hallahan community works closely with its members to cultivate the leadership potential of each student. Through participation in Hallahan's inspiring traditions, rigorous academics, and engaging activities, every young woman is encouraged to develop a vision for her future and is empowered with the faith and skills necessary to achieve her goals. John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls High School is an urban secondary school in the system of schools of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. As we meet the academic needs of the students, we look to the holistic development of the young women entrusted to us.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School cost?
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School's tuition is approximately $7,100 for private students.
What sports does Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School offer?
Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School?
The application deadline for Jw Hallahan Catholic Girls' High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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