Catholic School

Archbishop Alter High School

#3 in Best Private High Schools in Dayton Area

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Overall Grade
Private, Catholic
9-12
KETTERING, OH
Rating 4.12 out of 5 216 reviews

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Academics
grade A
Diversity
grade C+
Teachers
grade B
College Prep
grade B+
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Sports
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alterhs.org

(937) 434-4434

940 E DAVID RD
KETTERING, OH 45429

About Archbishop Alter High School...

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Application Deadline

December 1

Application Fee

$100

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Required/Recommended Tests

HSPT

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$11,075

Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Received Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid

From Archbishop Alter High School

Archbishop Alter High School is committed to challenging students to reach their fullest potential by providing academic excellence and fostering personal growth in a Christ-centered, co-educational, Catholic environment.

We provide best in class academics designed for a modern world, including targeted STEM options, and rich student experiences that combine the classroom, our community and our faith. Alter boasts an unmatched athletic tradition of excellence, with 72 individual and team state championships in our history, as well as the area’s only Conservatory of the Arts program, leading to a diploma designation. We have a diverse student population coming from more than 50 zip codes in our area, dedicated emotional support and wellness initiatives, engaged alumni, and a joyful campus.

We invite you to visit Alter and see our FAITH, PRIDE and SPIRIT firsthand. Our family of students, parents, alumni, faculty and staff are excited to share the Alter difference with you! Go Knights!

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

Average SAT

1340

27 responses

Average ACT

230 responses

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University of Dayton
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University of Kentucky
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More About Archbishop Alter High School Academics

Culture & Safety

Poll

88%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 25 responses

Poll

84%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 25 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 81 responses

Fairmont game
22%
Retreats
22%
Themes for football games
14%
Homecoming
10%
Going to mass
9%
Spirit Week
7%
Pep Rallies
6%

Students

Diversity

C+

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

502

81%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 26 responses

73%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 26 responses

85%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 26 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National

17:1

Poll

63%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 35 responses

Poll

83%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 35 responses

Poll

71%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 35 responses

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Clubs & Activities

A+

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Boys Athletic Participation

86%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 35 responses

60%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 35 responses

77%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 35 responses

Overall Niche Grade

How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Cost of Living
grade B+
Good for Families
grade A
Housing
grade B+

Median Household Income

$65,054

National

$69,021

Median Rent

$864

National

$1,163

Median Home Value

$149,900

National

$244,900

Archbishop Alter High School Reviews

216 reviews

My journey at Alter began freshmen year. I was just a shy kid whose friends from grade school all went separate ways. However, from almost the moment I stepped through those doors, I felt instantly welcome. Since then, I have made so many close friends and so many memories. Alter has helped shape me into the person I am today. From the amazing teachers, to the almost infinite clubs and activities offered at Alter, I have felt truly blessed to have been given the opportunity to go to such an amazing high school. Alter offers such a wide variety of classes and activities so that no matter where your academic strength or interests lie, you will always find a place where you belong. Alter is not only superb academically, but also in its commitment to helping students grow in their faith. The high standards of Catholic education are not only shown in the classroom, but in every aspect of school life. The extraordinary impact Alter High School has made on my life can not be overstated.

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Alter High School has become a second home to me. Seeing alumni give back to the school and all of the extracurriculars is truly inspiring. There are many opportunities for students to grow in every aspect of their life that are not available in many other schools in the area. The core values of faith, pride, and spirit are expressed in every fiber of every student, alumni, faculty/staff member, and the Alter community at large makes Alter the best High School in the Dayton Area. Becoming an Alter Knight was the best decision I ever made.

I was taught by great staff and was always surrounded by great people! The staff really took the time to get the student prepared for the next year or college. All of the administration, including those who are not teachers, helped push me in a way that changed me for the better and prepared me for the future.

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