School Overview
Data & methodology
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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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Catholic Memorial High School (CMH) is a top-ranked Catholic co-educational school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, consistently ranked in the top 5 in the state. Known for its strong academics, CMH offers a combination of IB, AP, and PLTW courses, making it one of the few schools in the country to do so. It is Wisconsin's first and largest IB school, with a 97.6% pass rate. The school also excels in STEM, winning numerous awards, and has partnered with Johnson Controls to create an innovative business program. With top-rated drama and sports programs, CMH prepares students for success at leading universities, with over 95% going on to Top 50 colleges in the U.S.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$16,870
Enrollment
575
International Students
6%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
74%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:14
Endowment
$1 million
AP
12
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
23
Boarding %
4.7
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2022-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Harvard College | 1 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 |
| Art #6 | Art Center College of Design | 1 |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 + |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 |
| #14 | Vanderbilt University | 1 |
| #17 | Cornell University | 1 + |
| #19 | University of Notre Dame | 1 + |
| #23 | University of Michigan | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2020-2021)Number of students who took AP tests
176
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
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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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Statistics
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Human Geography
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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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Statistics
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Human Geography
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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Psychology
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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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IB
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IB English (HL)
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IB French (SL)
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IB Latin (SL)
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IB Spanish (SL)
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IB Business and Management (SL,HL)
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IB Economics (SL)
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IB English (HL)
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IB French (SL)
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IB Latin (SL)
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IB Spanish (SL)
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IB Business and Management (SL,HL)
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IB Economics (SL)
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IB Geography (SL)
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IB History (HL)
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IB Psychology (SL)
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IB Biology (HL)
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IB Chemistry (SL)
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IB Physics (SL)
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IB Pre-Calculus (SL)
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IB Art (SL)
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IB Visual Arts (HL)
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IB Theory of Knowledge
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Dance
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Fencing
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Field Hockey
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Dance
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Fencing
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Field Hockey
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Football
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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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Rugby
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Skiing
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Trap Shooting
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Volleyball
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Adoration & Reconciliation
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French Club/Honor Society
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Sailing Club
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Art Club
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Friends of Rachel
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Science Bowl
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Adoration & Reconciliation
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French Club/Honor Society
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Sailing Club
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Art Club
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Friends of Rachel
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Science Bowl
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Campus Ministry Leadership Team
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Grave Honor Guard
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Senior Advisory Board
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Chick-Fil-A Leaders
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Guitar Club
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Service Club
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Club America
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International Travel Club
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Shadow Host Club
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CMH Tutoring
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Latin Club/Honor Society
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Snowboarding/Ski Club
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Computer Coding Club
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Math League
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Society of Women Engineers (SWENext)
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Crusaders for Life
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Mock Trial
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Spanish Honor Society
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Dances (Homecoming
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Winter Ball and Prom
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among others)
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National Honor Society
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Student Ambassadors
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Drama Club
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Operation Michael
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Student Council
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes
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Peer Mentors
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Flag Football
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and Rosary Club.
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Arts
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Band
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Chamber Orchestra
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Choir
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Jazz
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Percussion
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Theater
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Band
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Chamber Orchestra
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Choir
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Jazz
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Percussion
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Theater
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Wind Symphony
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Ceramics
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Digital Photography
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Drawing
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Graphic Design
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Art
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Catholic Memorial High School
Tell me a bit about Catholic Memorial High School.
Catholic Memorial High School is Co-ed private day school located in Wisconsin, US. It was founded 1949 , and currently has about 575 students, 6.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.catholicmemorial.net/.
For more official information, please visit http://www.catholicmemorial.net/.
Does Catholic Memorial High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Catholic Memorial High School is offering 12 AP courses.
Catholic Memorial High School also have 74% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Catholic Memorial High School also have 74% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Catholic Memorial High School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 11.84% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Catholic Memorial High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Catholic Memorial 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 Catholic Memorial High School?
The day tuition for Catholic Memorial High School in 2024 is
$16,870 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 khartung@catholicmemorial.net .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at khartung@catholicmemorial.net .
Where is Catholic Memorial High School located?
Catholic Memorial High School is located in the State of Wisconsin of USA. The closest major city is Milwaukee, which is about 16 miles away from school. Most families can choose General Mitchell International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Catholic Memorial High School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Catholic Memorial High School is within top 600 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Catholic Memorial High School has been favorited by 17 users.
Also Catholic Memorial High School has been favorited by 17 users.
How do I complete an application for Catholic Memorial High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Catholic Memorial High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Catholic Memorial High School’s official site: http://www.catholicmemorial.net/ or call them at 262-542-7101 / 010-62780167.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Catholic Memorial High School’s official site: http://www.catholicmemorial.net/ or call them at 262-542-7101 / 010-62780167.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Catholic Memorial High School?
Yes, here are few:
St. John's Northwestern Academies, University Lake School and Wisconsin Lutheran High School.
The closest major city is Milwaukee. You can find out more schools near Milwaukee here.
The closest major city is Milwaukee. You can find out more schools near Milwaukee here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Catholic Memorial High School?
The overall rating for Catholic Memorial High School is B.
The section ratings of Catholic Memorial High School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Catholic Memorial High School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Milwaukee, located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, is known for its rich brewing history and vibrant beer culture. The city is home to numerous breweries, many offering tours that highlight its pivotal role in the beer industry. The Harley-Davidson Museum showcases iconic motorcycles, including one belonging to Elvis Presley. Along the Menomonee River, the Milwaukee Public Museum offers exhibits like a recreated European Village and a historical look at old Milwaukee, making the city a fascinating blend of culture, history, and craftsmanship.
Population (2022)
604,477
Cost of Living
Lower than average 1%
Nearby Airport
General Mitchell International Airport
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