Catholic School
Bishop Watterson High School
- AOverall Grade
- Private, Catholic
- 9-12
- Columbus, OH
- 111 reviews
- AcademicsA
- DiversityC+
- TeachersB
- College PrepA
- Clubs & ActivitiesA-
- SportsA
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$10,175
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
30%
Average Financial Aid
—
Bishop Watterson High School Rankings
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Academics
Culture & Safety
Poll
- 100%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.11 responses
Poll
- 91%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.11 responses
Students
Diversity
C+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
947
- 93%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.15 responses
- 73%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.15 responses
- 73%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.15 responses
Teachers
Poll
- 77%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.22 responses
Poll
- 64%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.22 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
—
Boys Athletic Participation
—
- 92%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.13 responses
- 54%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.13 responses
- 69%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.13 responses
- Cost of LivingB
- Good for FamiliesB+
- HousingB-
Median Household Income
$51,612
National
$55,322Median Rent
$928
National
$949Median Home Value
$143,000
National
$184,700Bishop Watterson High School Reviews
111 reviews
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Exemplary focus upon Christ and serving the world by evangeling others to Catholic Christianity with thought, word, and deed. The commitment to the mission is apparent from administrators, teachers and staff. Parents and other family members are highly involved and effective in transmitting the culture of dedication to the faith. Students are engaged, successful and appreciative. Our senior has had the best high school experience we could have imagined. We are forever blessed by, and grateful for, the "Watty" years!
Bishop Watterson High School is a Roman Catholic High School. It is great because you get to learn about your faith and you are able to talk openly about your faith questions. This is something that cannot be done at most public schools due to the freedom of religion in the First Amendment. The classes are harder than the average public school. This is advantageous because I will be more prepared for the rigorous lifestyle in college. The teachers are caring yet strict. This instills manners into the students at Bishop Watterson High School.
Though there are many advantages to attending Bishop Watterson for High School, there are some disadvantages as well. Since it is a religious High School, it is hard to talk about controversial topics in a classroom setting. This is hard for high school students because this is the age in which students begin to formulate their beliefs and values and want to debate said beliefs.
Though there are many advantages to attending Bishop Watterson for High School, there are some disadvantages as well. Since it is a religious High School, it is hard to talk about controversial topics in a classroom setting. This is hard for high school students because this is the age in which students begin to formulate their beliefs and values and want to debate said beliefs.
I rate Bishop Watterson a 4/5 stars because of its sense of community. The school is very inclusive and allows every student to participate in fun events, everyday learning, and extracurriculars. Students are encouraged to join sports, clubs, the drama, etc., allowing them to feel comfortable to step outside of their comfort zone. I personally have enjoyed attending BWHS because not only do I feel prepared in my academics going forward, but I also feel that I have gained a knowledge of what community is all about through the example of the people throughout this school.