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#237 of 457 private schools in VA

Catholic High School

High School

4552 PRINCESS ANNE RD, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Private

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#237 of 457

In Virginia Beach

#11 of 17

public schools

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Catholic High School

6.2/10

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

Larkspur Middle

5.4/10

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About Catholic High School

Catholic High School is a private high school in Virginia Beach, VA. Catholic High School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.7 pts below VA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • VA avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

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 Catholic High School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Virginia Beach, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
445
This School
vs
1,702
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 59.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 13% vs 0%
Asian 6.7% vs 0%
Black 6.5% vs 0%
Catholic High School Virginia Beach Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Catholic High School (this school) 6.2
Green Run Collegiate 9.2
Green Run High 7.2
Kempsville High 7.4
Salem High 8.1
Princess Anne High 8.9
Landstown High 7.4
Tallwood High 7.7
Bayside High 6.9
Floyd Kellam High 8.0
Frank W. Cox High 8.0
First Colonial High 7.0
Ocean Lakes High 7.7

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 VA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 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)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 445
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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 VA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 59.3%
Hispanic 13.0%
Two or More 11.2%
Asian 6.7%
Black 6.5%
Pacific Islander 2.2%
Native American 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4552 PRINCESS ANNE RD, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Green Run Collegiate (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salem High (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kempsville High (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Larkspur Middle Virginia Beach 0.6 mi 5.4
Kempsville Meadows Elementary Virginia Beach 0.7 mi 6.6
White Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach 0.7 mi 7.3
Parkway Elementary Virginia Beach 1.0 mi 5.4
Indian Lakes Elementary Virginia Beach 1.1 mi 5.9
Providence Elementary Virginia Beach 1.2 mi 7.6
Green Run Collegiate Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 9.2
Green Run High Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 7.2
Kempsville Middle Virginia Beach 1.3 mi 5.8
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Beach 1.6 mi 5.5
BELLAMY MANOR SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.3 mi
Kempsville High Virginia Beach 1.5 mi 7.4
Salem Middle Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 7.2
Rosemont Forest Elementary Virginia Beach 1.9 mi 8.2
Salem High Virginia Beach 1.9 mi 8.1
Kempsville Elementary Virginia Beach 1.7 mi 8.4
COURTHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Virginia Beach 1.8 mi
Windsor Oaks Elementary Virginia Beach 1.9 mi 7.9
STRELITZ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Virginia Beach 2.1 mi 8.2
Rosemont Elementary Virginia Beach 2.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,680

Median Home Value

$269,400

Median Rent

$1,652/mo

Population

67,066

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

52.8%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

34.4

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Lancaster High Lancaster, VA 6.3
Amelia County High Amelia Court House, VA 6.1
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Grundy High Grundy, VA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Catholic High School

What grades does Catholic High School serve?

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

How many students attend Catholic High School?

Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at 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 Catholic High School rank in VA?

Catholic High School ranks #237 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, 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 Catholic High School a religious school?

Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
445
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Virginia Beach city

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