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)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 471 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
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
471 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
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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