School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
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Matriculation
B-
Academics
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Extracurriculars
A-
Geo & Community
A-
Reviews
B+
Joliet Catholic is a Roman Catholic college preparatory high school sponsored by the Carmelites and Joliet Franciscans to prepare young people for college and for life.
JCA has educated thousands of young adults in Joliet and its surrounding communities for over a century.
The Carmelites have been at JCA since 1933, and the Joliet Franciscans since 1869.
Academic excellence is one of the hallmarks of Joliet Catholic Academy, and students are well prepared to attend the college of their choice after moving through JCA's educational program.
JCA has educated thousands of young adults in Joliet and its surrounding communities for over a century.
The Carmelites have been at JCA since 1933, and the Joliet Franciscans since 1869.
Academic excellence is one of the hallmarks of Joliet Catholic Academy, and students are well prepared to attend the college of their choice after moving through JCA's educational program.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$15,000
Enrollment
538
International Students
1.2%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
45%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:13
AP
15
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
19
Class Size
23
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2022-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #5 | Yale University | 1 + |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 1 + |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 + |
| #13 | Dartmouth College | 1 + |
| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 + |
| Art #18 | Columbia College Chicago | 1 + |
| #19 | University of Notre Dame | 1 + |
| #27 | University of Southern California | 1 + |
| LAC #6 | United States Naval Academy | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2024)Number of tests taken
243
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(15)|
French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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Precalculus
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Statistics
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European History
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Microeconomics
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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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Computer Science A
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Sports
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Badminton
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Dance
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Badminton
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Dance
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Football
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Golf
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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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Volleyball
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(44)|
Art & Literary Magazine
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Aviation Club
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Bass Fishing
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Big Buddy
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Little Buddy
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Broadcasting Club
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Art & Literary Magazine
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Aviation Club
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Bass Fishing
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Big Buddy
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Little Buddy
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Broadcasting Club
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Chess Club
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Cooking Club
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Culture Club
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Drama Club
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Econ Club
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Emergency Response Club
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French Club
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Future Teachers of America
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Gardening Club
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Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter
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Hillzone
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International Thespian Troupe 1046
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Intramural Sports
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Key Club
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Math Team
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Medical Science Club
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Music Ministry
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National Art Honor Society
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National English Honor Society
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National French Honor Society
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National Honor Society
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National Math Honor Society
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National Spanish Honor Society
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Open Mic Club
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Pickleball
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Ping Pong Club
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Robotics Club
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Scholastic Bowl
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Sewing Club
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Spanish Club
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Spring Musical
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Student Ambassadors
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Student Council
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Tech Club
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Tri-M Music National Honor Society
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Victory View Newspaper
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Vocal Ensemble
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Yearbook
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Arts
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Band
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Choir
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Guitar
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Music
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Music Theory
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Theater
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Band
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Choir
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Guitar
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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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Digital Photography
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Drawing
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Fiber Art
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Graphic Design
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Pottery
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Sculpture
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Studio Art
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Metal
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Joliet Catholic Academy
Tell me a bit about Joliet Catholic Academy.
Joliet Catholic Academy is Co-ed private day school located in Illinois, US. It was founded 1869 , and currently has about 538 students, 1.20% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.jca-online.org.
For more official information, please visit https://www.jca-online.org.
Does Joliet Catholic Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Joliet Catholic Academy is offering 15 AP courses.
Joliet Catholic Academy also have 45% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Joliet Catholic Academy also have 45% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Joliet Catholic Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% 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 Joliet Catholic Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Joliet Catholic Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Joliet Catholic Academy?
The day tuition for Joliet Catholic Academy in 2024 is
$15,000 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 tepps@thecambridgeinstitute.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at tepps@thecambridgeinstitute.org .
Where is Joliet Catholic Academy located?
Joliet Catholic Academy is located in the State of Illinois of USA. The closest major city is Chicago, which is about 34 miles away from school. Most families can choose O‘Hare International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Joliet Catholic Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Joliet Catholic Academy is within top 2000 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Joliet Catholic Academy has been favorited by 2 users.
Also Joliet Catholic Academy has been favorited by 2 users.
How do I complete an application for Joliet Catholic Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Joliet Catholic Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Joliet Catholic Academy’s official site: https://www.jca-online.org or call them at 815-741-0500.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Joliet Catholic Academy’s official site: https://www.jca-online.org or call them at 815-741-0500.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Joliet Catholic Academy?
Yes, here are few:
Providence Catholic High School, St. Alphonsus St. Patrick School and St. Andrew The Apostle.
The closest major city is Chicago. You can find out more schools near Chicago here.
The closest major city is Chicago. You can find out more schools near Chicago here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Joliet Catholic Academy?
The overall rating for Joliet Catholic Academy is B.
The section ratings of Joliet Catholic Academy are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Joliet Catholic Academy are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Chicago, located on the shores of Lake Michigan in Illinois, is one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the U.S. Known for its iconic skyline, the city boasts architectural marvels such as the Willis Tower and John Hancock Center. Chicago is also home to world-class museums, including the Art Institute of Chicago, famous for its extensive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. With a rich cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and a legacy in jazz and blues music, Chicago stands as a hub of history, culture, and innovation.
Population (2022)
2,853,114
Cost of Living
Higher than average 22%
Nearby Airport
O‘Hare International Airport
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