Cathedral is a Catholic, college preparatory school committed to educating and developing future leaders in an environment of academic, spiritual, and personalized excellence. Cathedral provides a sanctuary in which students can learn and grow. To assure personalized attention in the learning process, Cathedral has an average class size of 15. Cathedral students come from 22 communities in the Springfield area, and two countries worldwide. Our students follow a seven period schedule in a six period day, within which one full credit in religion is required each year.
Results
The class of 2011 had 99% college placement, 34 acceptances in Princeton Review’s “Most Competitive” and acceptances in 6 of 7 Ivy League Colleges and Universities. Additionally, there are Three AP scholars with distinction, Three AP scholars with honors, 14 AP scholars, and National Merit Scholars-Four letters of commendation 2011-2012.
School Hours and Schedule
Monday through Friday 7:40 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.
Extended day program 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Faculty
There are 44 educators at Cathedral High School. 70% of them have been at Cathedral more than five years. 100% percent of the faculty and administration hold Bachelor’s Degrees, 61% hold a Master’s Degree and several other faculty members hold a CAGS or Doctoral Degree beyond their Master’s Degree.
Tuition
$9310 per year
$700 parish sponsorship=$8610 per year
2% discount for full tuition paid by June 30th of the prior year.
Accreditation
Cathedral High School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). The current accreditation runs through 2012.
Mission Statement
Founded in 1883 in the Diocese of Springfield, Massachusetts, Cathedral High School is a Catholic, college preparatory community of learners committed to spiritual development, moral integrity, and academic excellence in an atmosphere enriched by the Gospel values of justice, peace, love, and service. Our mission is to educate young men and women spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, and physically to embrace responsible citizenship in the global community.