Bishop Canevin High School is a Catholic, diocesan, co-educational, college-preparatory institution committed to serving students of varied abilities and backgrounds.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,500
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bishop Canevin High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Art History, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Spanish 4, AP Spanish 5, AP Statistics, AP U.S. History, Arrupe Virtual Learning Institute (AVLI) Courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, oxford shirt and tie - School uniform skirt, blouse and optional sweater
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,500
Tuition Notes
Multiple children discounts available
% on Financial Aid
70%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Admissions Director
Marguerite Miller
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Team, Adventure Club, Book Club, Circle of Friends, Creative Writing Club, Crusaders for Justice, Digital Club, Fishing Club, Future Business Leaders of America, International Club, Junior Achievement, Literary Magazine (Oracle), Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Newspaper (Leonid), Photography Club, Science Club, SPARK Club, Speech and Debate Honor Society, STEM Club, Student Government, Yearbook (Mosaic)
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Marching Band, Marching Crusettes (Dance Team), Spring Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dance Team (Crusettes)
Academic Team, Adventure Club, Book Club, Circle of Friends, Creative Writing Club, Crusaders for Justice, Digital Club, Fishing Club, Future Business Leaders of America, International Club, Junior Achievement, Literary Magazine (Oracle), Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Newspaper (Leonid), Photography Club, Science Club, SPARK Club, Speech and Debate Honor Society, STEM Club, Student Government, Yearbook (Mosaic)
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Marching Band, Marching Crusettes (Dance Team), Spring Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dance Team (Crusettes)
School Notes
- Bishop Canevin High School is a Catholic, diocesan, co-educational, college-preparatory institution committed to serving students of varied abilities and backgrounds.
- We participate in the total mission of the Catholic Church by proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and by creating a Christian environment of men and women in service to others. We foster the spiritual growth of our students by integrating them into a community where Catholic beliefs, values, and morals are professed, taught, and experienced. We strive to form graduates who will be outstanding moral and ethical leaders in the communities in which they live, work and worship.
- We challenge students to strive for academic excellence, as critical thinkers and effective communicators, while recognizing that each student is a valued individual with unique abilities, insights and needs. We instill in students the appreciation of education as a life-long endeavor.
- We inspire students to live life responsibly, guided by the precepts of Catholic social teaching and seek to awaken in them an awareness of the injustices in our global society. We challenge them to labor with and for others in building a more just world.
- We provide an environment where students learn to make responsible choices which demonstrate an awareness, appreciation and respect for the dignity and sanctity of all life, particularly their own. We view our educational mission as a cooperative venture with parents, alumni, local parishes and the broader community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bishop Canevin High School cost?
Bishop Canevin High School's tuition is approximately $12,500 for private students.
What schools are Bishop Canevin High School often compared to?
Bishop Canevin High School is often viewed alongside schools like Seton-la Salle High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Bishop Canevin High School offer?
Bishop Canevin High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Bishop Canevin High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.
What is Bishop Canevin High School's ranking?
Bishop Canevin High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Canevin High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Canevin High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bishop Canevin High School located?
Bishop Canevin High School is located in the East Carnegie neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other private schools located in East Carnegie.
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