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#567 of 716 private schools in IL

Marian Central Catholic High School

High School

1001 MCHENRY AVE, Woodstock, IL 60098

Private

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#567 of 716

In Woodstock

#3 of 3

public schools

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Marian Central Catholic High School

5.3/10

High School in Woodstock · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Verda Dierzen Early Learning Ctr

5.2/10

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Northwood Middle School

6.6/10

1.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Marian Central Catholic High School

Marian Central Catholic High School is a private high school in Woodstock, IL. Marian Central Catholic High School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Marian Central Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #567 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.3 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Marian Central Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Marian Central Catholic High School compares to the 11 public schools in Woodstock, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
358
This School
vs
557
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 7% vs 0%
Asian 4.2% vs 0%
Black 1.1% vs 0%
Marian Central Catholic High School Woodstock Public Avg

All Schools in Woodstock

School Rating
Marian Central Catholic High School (this school) 5.3
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Ctr 5.2
Northwood Middle School 6.6
Mary Endres Elementary School 7.0
Dean Street Elem School 6.6
Woodstock High School 8.0
Olson Elementary School 6.7
Woodstock North High School 8.1
Westwood Elem School 7.9
Creekside Middle School 7.8
Prairiewood Elem Sch 6.5
Greenwood Elem School 6.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.4 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,152
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 29%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 358
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.5%
Hispanic 7.0%
Asian 4.2%
Two or More 3.9%
Black 1.1%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1001 MCHENRY AVE, Woodstock, IL 60098

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marian Central Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Prairie Ridge High School (rated 8.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Crystal Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodstock North High School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodstock High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodstock, see our Woodstock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Ctr Woodstock 1.1 mi 5.2
Northwood Middle School Woodstock 1.2 mi 6.6
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodstock 1.2 mi 6.2
Mary Endres Elementary School Woodstock 1.3 mi 7.0
Dean Street Elem School Woodstock 1.5 mi 6.6
Woodstock North High School Woodstock 1.7 mi 8.1
Woodstock High School Woodstock 1.5 mi 8.0
Olson Elementary School Woodstock 1.5 mi 6.7
Creekside Middle School Woodstock 3.3 mi 7.8
Prairiewood Elem Sch Woodstock 3.3 mi 6.5
Westwood Elem School Woodstock 2.7 mi 7.9
CRYSTAL LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodstock 4.1 mi 7.1
Greenwood Elem School Woodstock 5.2 mi 6.4
West Elem School Crystal Lake 6.7 mi 7.9
Valley View Elem School Mchenry 5.9 mi 7.4
Harrison Elem School Wonder Lake 6.6 mi 3.9
North Elem School Crystal Lake 7.3 mi 6.3
Richard F Bernotas Middle Sch Crystal Lake 7.3 mi 6.8
Parkland School Mchenry 6.8 mi 5.5
Prairie Ridge High School Crystal Lake 7.1 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60098 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,749

Median Home Value

$257,900

Median Rent

$1,178/mo

Population

33,307

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marian Central Catholic High School

What grades does Marian Central Catholic High School serve?

Marian Central Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Marian Central Catholic High School?

Marian Central Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marian Central Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marian Central Catholic High School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Marian Central Catholic High School rank in IL?

Marian Central Catholic High School ranks #567 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Marian Central Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marian Central Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Marian Central Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Marian Central Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Marian Central Catholic High School a religious school?

Marian Central Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
358
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.4 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
McHenry County

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