School Overview
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Matriculation
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Academics
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Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
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Bishop Watterson High School, inspired by the example of Christ, seeks to challenge and nurture the leaders of the 21st century by providing them with the religious, moral, intellectual, social, aesthetic, and physical skills that they will need to achieve their fullest potential as productive and successful Catholic adults. Bishop Watterson High School endeavors to educate the total person by focusing on the spiritual, intellectual, aesthetic and physical development of the students. The primary goal is to produce mature, self-disciplined young men and women who have a firm commitment to essential Gospel values, a deep understanding of their rights and responsibilities as Christian citizens, the critical skills necessary to pursue successfully their post-secondary education and chosen careers, and an appreciation of their cultural heritage and artistic achievements.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$12,200
Enrollment
961
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:11
Endowment
$3 million
AP
20
Average SAT Score
1203
Average ACT Score
23
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2022-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 |
| Art #1 | School of the Art Institute of Chicago | 1 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 1 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 1 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 |
| Art #4 | Maryland Institute College of Art | 1 |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 |
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 1 |
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Academics
AP Courses
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French Language and Culture
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Italian Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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French Language and Culture
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Italian Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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Computer Science Principles
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Precalculus
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Statistics
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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Psychology
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Sports
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American Football
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Bowling
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Cross Country
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Diving
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American Football
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Basketball
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Bowling
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Cross Country
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Diving
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Field Hockey
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Golf
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Gymnastics
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Ice Hockey
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Lacrosse
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Art Club
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Book Club
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Business Club
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Campus Ministry Club
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Cards for Kindness
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Crochet Club
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Art Club
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Book Club
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Business Club
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Campus Ministry Club
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Cards for Kindness
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Crochet Club
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Dance Team
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Eagle Heritage Club
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Environmental Club
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French Club
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Girl Thriving
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Glitter Club
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Good Different Club
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Health Club
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Hope Takes Flight
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In the Know Team
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Latin Club
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Mock Trial Team
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Morgan’s Message
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Pickleball Club
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Podcast Club
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Power Lifting Club
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Saint Vincent DePaul Club
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Sisters of Strength
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Spanish Club
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STEAM Powered Eagles
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Theatre
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Arts
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Band
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Choir
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Guitar
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Marching Band
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Music
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Music Theory
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Choir
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Guitar
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Marching Band
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Music
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Music Theory
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Theater
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2D Design
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Ceramics
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Digital Art
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Drawing
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Film Studies
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Illustration
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Painting
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Woodworking
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Art
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Design
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Mixed Media
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Writing
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Yearbook
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Bishop Watterson High School
Tell me a bit about Bishop Watterson High School.
Bishop Watterson High School is Co-ed private day school located in Ohio, US. It was founded 1954 , and currently has about 961 students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.bishopwatterson.com/.
For more official information, please visit https://www.bishopwatterson.com/.
Does Bishop Watterson High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Bishop Watterson High School is offering 20 AP courses.
Bishop Watterson High School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Bishop Watterson High School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Bishop Watterson High School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2022-2024, some students attended Princeton University, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Columbia University, Harvard College and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
What is the application requirement for Bishop Watterson High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Bishop Watterson High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Bishop Watterson High School?
The day tuition for Bishop Watterson High School in 2024 is
$12,200 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at mcampbell@cdeducation.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at mcampbell@cdeducation.org .
Where is Bishop Watterson High School located?
Bishop Watterson High School is located in the State of Ohio of USA. The closest major city is Columbus, which is about 3 miles away from school. Most families can choose Rickenbacker International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Bishop Watterson High School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Bishop Watterson High School is within top 2000 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Bishop Watterson High School has been favorited by 1 users.
Also Bishop Watterson High School has been favorited by 1 users.
How do I complete an application for Bishop Watterson High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Bishop Watterson High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Bishop Watterson High School’s official site: https://www.bishopwatterson.com/ or call them at 614-268-8671.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Bishop Watterson High School’s official site: https://www.bishopwatterson.com/ or call them at 614-268-8671.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Bishop Watterson High School?
Yes, here are few:
Tree Of Life Christian Schools, The Wellington School and St. Francis DeSales High School.
The closest major city is Columbus. You can find out more schools near Columbus here.
The closest major city is Columbus. You can find out more schools near Columbus here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Bishop Watterson High School?
The overall rating for Bishop Watterson High School is B-.
The section ratings of Bishop Watterson High School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
The section ratings of Bishop Watterson High School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
Nearby City
Columbus, Ohio’s state capital, is known for its vibrant downtown and cultural attractions. The Scioto Mile stretches along the riverfront, featuring parks, trails, and an interactive fountain. The COSI science center offers engaging exhibits and a planetarium. The Columbus Museum of Art showcases a wide range of art, from American to European masterpieces, along with a beautiful sculpture garden. Nearby, the historic German Village district is home to charming brick houses and cobblestone streets, offering a glimpse into the city’s 19th-century past.
Population (2022)
754,885
Cost of Living
Lower than average 11%
Nearby Airport
Rickenbacker International Airport
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