Mount Michael Benedictine School is a Catholic college preparatory residential/day school for young men committed to academic excellence.
The school`s mission is to integrate a life of spirituality, scholarship, and the formation of Christian Community by following the charism of the Gospels and the Rule of St. Benedict.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NE School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,640
- Acceptance rate: 78%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mount Michael Benedictine High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1970
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2012, 2019
Student Body
Total Students
249 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP American History, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Programing, AP English, AP European History, AP French, AP Physics, AP Spanish
Average SAT score
1090
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Aug-Oct: polo and dress shorts/Oct-May:dress pants, dress shirt and tie
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition
Freshman $9,640
Sophomore $10,040
Junior $10,105
Senior $10,170
Room & Board
(Boarding Students Only) - $6,520
Fees:
Registration $ 290
Materials/Activities Fee (All) $360
Graduation Fee (Seniors Only) $150
Room/Locker Depos
% on Financial Aid
52%
Acceptance Rate
78%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Tom Maliszewski
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic Decathlon, Band, Choir, Drama, Fall/Winter Intramurals, Harvard Model Congress, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Robotics, Student Government
Club or Organization:
Slam Poetry, Speech, Youth Group
Club or Organization:
Slam Poetry, Speech, Youth Group
School Notes
- Mount Michael Benedictine School is a Catholic, college-preparatory residential & day high school. At Mount Michael the core of the academic program enables students to become inquiring learners, appreciative of their heritage, responsive and committed to the challenges of the future. At Mount Michael the monks, lay faculty, and staff instill the value of moral leadership so that they may live in harmony witheach other, their families, and the community at large. At Mount Michael the search for God is fundamental to understanding the meaning of life; Christian charity is grounded in our relationships with ourselves,our families, and all whom we meet. As gifts of God, individual talents are to be developed fully and shared generously.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Zach Nelson - CEO of NetSuite, Inc.
- Mike McCarthy - Chairman and Co-Founder of McCarthy Group, LLC
- Kevin Kennedy - Screenwriter/Producer- The Assassination of Richard Nixon, The Defenders
- Most Reverend William Dendinger - Bishop of the Grand Island, NE Diocese
- Rev. Daniel S. Hendrickson, S.J., Ph.D. - President of Creighton University
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mount Michael Benedictine High School cost?
Mount Michael Benedictine High School's tuition is approximately $9,640 for private students.
What schools are Mount Michael Benedictine High School often compared to?
Mount Michael Benedictine High School is often viewed alongside schools like Creighton Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Mount Michael Benedictine High School?
The acceptance rate of Mount Michael Benedictine High School is 78%, which is lower than the national average of 94%. Mount Michael Benedictine High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Nebraska with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Mount Michael Benedictine High School?
Mount Michael Benedictine High School famous alumni include: Zach Nelson, Mike McCarthy, Kevin Kennedy, Most Reverend William Dendinger and Rev. Daniel S. Hendrickson, S.J., Ph.D..
What sports does Mount Michael Benedictine High School offer?
Mount Michael Benedictine High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Mount Michael Benedictine High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for most sports offered.
What is Mount Michael Benedictine High School's ranking?
Mount Michael Benedictine High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Mount Michael Benedictine High School?
The application deadline for Mount Michael Benedictine High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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