As a top college prep school in the SE Region of Wisconsin, Catholic Central High School has prided itself on bringing affordable private high school education with a moral baseline supported by the Catholic Church. Founded by The School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1920, CCHS boasts 51 State Championships, National Top 10% ACT Scores, aggressive tuition assistance that includes Racine and Wisconsin School Choice options and concurrent enrollment which allows for CC students to obtain college credits while in high schoool.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,500
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Catholic Central High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1920
Student Body
Total Students
129 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
8 students
Number of AP Courses
7 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Biology, Calculus, Language & Composition, Literature & Composition, Psychology, Psysics, US Government & Politics
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$600 discount toward tuition for any student who is a member of one of our local member-parishes.
We have aggressive tuition reduction scholarships available.
CCHS is a Wisconsin and Racine County School Choice Approved School.
Additional child discount: -$1,000
% on Financial Aid
33%
Admissions Director
Karen Schwenn
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art & Service Club, Creative Writing, Drama Club, F.I.A.T (Faith In Action Team), Fishing Club, Forensics, Key Club, Model United Nations, NHS, Operation Click, Peer Mentoring, Pep Band, Ping Pong, Praise Band, Student Ambassadors, Student Council
Art & Service Club, Creative Writing, Drama Club, F.I.A.T (Faith In Action Team), Fishing Club, Forensics, Key Club, Model United Nations, NHS, Operation Click, Peer Mentoring, Pep Band, Ping Pong, Praise Band, Student Ambassadors, Student Council
School Notes
- Through Faith, Knowledge and Tradition, Catholic Central HS not only teaches students how to learn but how to live.
- Deliberately small, CCHS takes pride in offering all students opportunities to "get involved" in the numerous athletic, academic and extracurricular courses and social clubs. A renewed commitment to the fine arts (Band and Theater), CC produces 2 theatrical productions per year and a number of band and ensemble community concerts which frequently brings the entire Burlington community together.
- A great way to find out more about CC Student life is to schedule a "shadow day" which takes you through the day-in-the-life of a Hilltopper while shadowing a current CCHS Student. Contact Admissions for more information.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Catholic Central High School cost?
Catholic Central High School's tuition is approximately $9,500 for private students.
What sports does Catholic Central High School offer?
Catholic Central High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Marksmanship, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Catholic Central High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for most sports offered.
What is Catholic Central High School's ranking?
Catholic Central High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Catholic Central High School?
The application deadline for Catholic Central High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/4/2021
For the money, CC is one of the best investments in private school education in the area. It's a challenging school for students, but every student is given all the tools to succeed. With an 8:1 Student to Teacher ratio to 100% graduation rates, the faculty is a caring group of dedicated educators. It's a privilege to have worked at CC for 4 years.
5 2/27/2020
Outstanding faculty and administration!! Coursework designed to prepare the student body for future educational endeavors. Communication coupled with power School and Schoology keeps students and parents well informed and up to date.
5 5/9/2018
Catholic Central is a first class high school. Top notch academics, athletics and faith formation.
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