John Carroll Catholic High School

John Carroll Catholic is an extraordinary high school featuring: a beautiful campus high on a hill in southwest Birmingham, Alabama; a well-educated and devoted faculty and staff of about 70, a diverse student body of about 620; and outstanding academic, spiritual, fine arts, library, guidance, sports, and extracurricular programs that offer students a complete high school experience and opportunities to develop into well-rounded young people who are ready to take the next steps into adulthood.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 488 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

John Carroll Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1947

Student Body

Total Students
488 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
John Carroll Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does John Carroll Catholic High School offer?
John Carroll Catholic High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. John Carroll Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for most sports offered.
What is John Carroll Catholic High School's ranking?
John Carroll Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for John Carroll Catholic High School?
The application deadline for John Carroll Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is John Carroll Catholic High School located?
John Carroll Catholic High School is located in the Sand Ridge neighborhood of Birmingham, AL. There are 1 other private schools located in Sand Ridge.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked AL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 488 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Birmingham, AL is $9,139 for elementary schools and $12,264 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Birmingham, AL is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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