2022 Best Catholic High Schools in the Cleveland Area

Saint Ignatius High School

• Private School
• CLEVELAND, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.62 out of 5  175 reviews

Senior: Saint Ignatius High School is a GREAT school! I feel so fortunate to attend. I rated 5 stars because truly it is excellent in every aspect. I feel I am prepared to attend college; the faculty and staff really care about you as a person, not just a student; the food is delicious; the campus and buildings are beautiful and updated; the music and arts program is top-notch. I have grown in my faith and truly look for any opportunity to serve others. SIHS offers any student the opportunity to attend no matter their economic status through many scholarship opportunities. AMDG! Men for others!
Read 175 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,470 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Gilmour Academy

• Private School
• GATES MILLS, OH
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.15 out of 5  80 reviews

Senior: This last year was my first year at Gilmour. I am one of the 60 dormers from around the world! The Gilmour community was quick to help me out and make me feel at home. At first I was hesitant with the change but before I knew it I was making new lifelong friends. It definitely helped being a part of the hockey community as well. The Gilmour staff and faculty has prepped me for college more than I ever expected.
At Gilmour character is one of the most important traits we are taught. Honesty, integrity, and respect are the three main character attributes we are constantly reminded of.
By attending Gilmour I have become the best version of myself. I am now a better person, athlete, and student.
Read 80 Reviews

• grade A+

• 675 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Our Lady of the Elms

• Private School
• AKRON, OH
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.42 out of 5  72 reviews

Parent: My husband and I toured so many different schools, however, none of them felt right until we went on the tour of Our Lady of the Elms. We felt an instant connection and after 6 months time, I can genuinely say that it was the best decision we have ever made. My daughter loves this school – from the teachers to the students to the atmosphere and curriculum. They have become our family and I feel so comfortable dropping my little one off every morning. Our Lady of the Elms integrates compassion into their teaching standards, emphasizes the importance of Christian values, and focuses on building relationships. My daughter is thriving here.

Though it is a small school, it allows for a lower student to teacher ratio, giving children more one on one time with their teachers. My daughters teacher goes above and beyond. She is so great about sharing moments of pride she see's with my daughter – her good behaviors and achievements.
Read 72 Reviews

• grade A+

• 265 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Edward High School

• Private School
• LAKEWOOD, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.55 out of 5  179 reviews

Freshman: After my first year at St. Edward being cut short, I believe that the next three years are going to be amazing! I truly had a great experience there and I think the teachers, coaches, and rest of the staff had a great deal to do with it. Because I play three sports, the performance of the athletics was important to me and all of them are played at a high level here. Athletes are sent to division one colleges every year and it has become normal. Academics are obviously more important for us students because it is what truly prepares us for the next steps in college. St. Eds does not fall short while teaching their students and the teachers are quite amazing. I have nothing but love for all of my classmates and in less than a year believe we are building a brotherhood. I fit so well at this fine place and will miss it in three years when I have to go.
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• grade A+

• 963 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Walsh Jesuit High School

• Private School
• CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.33 out of 5  214 reviews

Freshman: Walsh Jesuit is an amazing school. The teachers genuinely care about the students, the classes are engaging, challenging, and interesting, and extracurricular and programs are welcoming and a full experience for every student. As a minority student, Walsh Jesuit is less diverse than some other schools in the area. However, there are several people at Walsh dedicated to reaching out specifically to minority students to make sure that they are having an engaging school experience with access to the resources they need. I truly appreciate Walsh Jesuit for all its faults.
Read 214 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,010 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Archbishop Hoban High School

• Private School
• AKRON, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.29 out of 5  156 reviews

Senior: As a transfer into Hoban high school it was one of the best decisions of my life to date. The education that I am receiving is top notch! On a daily basis I know that I am being prepared fro my life after high school. Not only in the classroom, but life skills and tools I will use for the rest of my life. Not only is the education I am receiving incredible the friendships and people that I hav met is just as good! These people hold me accountable and keep me on my toes. I am grateful for my high school experience, and I would not trade it for anything.
Read 156 Reviews

• grade A

• 828 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Beaumont School

• Private School
• CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.97 out of 5  194 reviews

Parent: Beaumont is a wonderful school with lots of pros and some cons.
Pros:
Great academics
Really good food options for lunch
Strong guidance programs
Diversity
Good teachers
Lots of club options

Cons:
Very liberal school and pushes a liberal agenda
Teach watered down theology that isn't always inline with the Catholic church
Facilities are outdated and old, except Science and Computer labs

On the whole, Beaumont School is a great school. When you go to Beaumont you will get a great education, makes friends for life, have a lot of fun, and enjoy Beaumont cookies! The work load can be tough, but there are enough fun times (Beaumont day!) to counter balance it.

Beaumont is very liberal. If that works for you great, but if it doesn't you can feel "canceled". The school is Catholic but it is watered down. You will always see the same priest saying mass, they never have confession, you would be hard pressed to find a statue of Mary anywhere in the school.
Read 194 Reviews

• grade A

• 324 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Vincent-St. Mary High School

• Private School
• AKRON, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.52 out of 5  203 reviews

Freshman: I just started as a Freshman a few weeks ago but I already love ST.V! Everyone has been very welcoming and friendly. I am already involved in several extracurriculars and have made multiple friends through them. The house system that they have started this year has also been a great way of getting to know upperclassmen and fellow Freshman. The classes that I am enrolled in are engaging and interesting, with amazing teachers. With the new block scheduling that they have implemented this year, we are able to dive deeper into our studies and have less work to do at home. Overall, I believe that St. Vincent- St. Mary is a great place to attend high school and become prepared for college and beyond!
Read 203 Reviews

• grade A

• 650 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Magnificat High School

• Private School
• ROCKY RIVER, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.32 out of 5  187 reviews

Alum: Magnificat is an amazing school they have a rigorous college preparatory course and show dedication to helping all students grow and learn in every way. The school has top of the line features and state of the art classrooms. Although people are highly critical of the school's lack of diversity, it is ignored that Magnificat is a great community that values quality education. Magnificat gives accessible aid to any student that needs help and gives back to the community in any way possible, the girls who attend there have access to many service projects and outreach events that build up the rocky river to be an amazing community! I hope you or your daughter has an amazing experience at mags, just like mine!
Read 187 Reviews

• grade A

• 710 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Saint Joseph Academy

• Private School
• CLEVELAND, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.16 out of 5  259 reviews

Junior: A Saint Joseph Academy student is challenged and encouraged to thrive, and to pursue her passions!Longer length classes allow more time for interaction with teachers and other students, to collaborate on group projects, complete labs, etc.Eases the transition from high school to college scheduling. Students are provided with a solid foundation in a variety of subjects while giving them the opportunity to delve deeper into their interests with our college-style block scheduling. Students are enriched with a quality, Catholic education with our 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Each classroom is a place of active learning, headed by a member of the Academy’s dedicated and talented faculty.With a Saint Joseph Academy education, young women are welcomed, challenged and celebrated while achieving their personal best both inside and outside of the classroom.
Read 259 Reviews

• grade A

• 688 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Padua Franciscan High School

• Private School
• PARMA, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.03 out of 5  173 reviews

Senior: Padua is a great college prep school and will get you where you want to go following your 4-year education. Padua offers extensive programs ranging from math and computer programs to their well known MedTrack program, which leads students into the majors and careers they want to fulfill. Padua's teachers are friendly and committed to helping students succeed. Not only is Padua a safe and friendly learning environment. Padua's Franciscan values and traditions light the hearts of students with faith and hope, making it one of the best high schools you could attend. Go bruins!
Read 173 Reviews

• grade A

• 794 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Central Catholic High School

• Private School
• CANTON, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.88 out of 5  96 reviews

Senior: Everyone at Central Catholic is very understanding and friendly. It's easy to make new friends there as the other students love meeting new people. I transferred there my junior year and was quickly able to make friends with five students almost instantly. The staff there are also very nice. They are very flexible to schedule changes (which everyone does at some point). Overall, the school has a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere and I'm glad I was able to transfer there.
Read 96 Reviews

• grade A

• 346 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lake Catholic High School

• Private School
• MENTOR, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.77 out of 5  105 reviews

Alum: The four years I spent in high school consisted of some tough life lessons but also a lot of fun. I enjoyed all my teachers when I attended, and they all were willing to take the time to help me grow into a better student. I was fortunate as well to have the opportunity to take college classes at my local community college due to the school adopting a program to acquire college credits. It was immensely beneficial to learning the college environment, and meeting new people in my classes. I made some great friends while at Lake Catholic, and still talk to a few. When it comes to sports, my experiences were not very good until my senior year when I played Rugby. I can say that I genuinely had fun with the coaches and felt welcomed to the team, and I have been on and seen many programs who only see players as numbers instead of people. Overall, I learned, matured, and improved as a student and person while attending Lake Catholic. I would not have it any other way.
Read 105 Reviews

• grade A

• 511 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Benedictine High School

• Private School
• CLEVELAND, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 4.02 out of 5  42 reviews

Parent: If I could give a 10/10 to Benedictine I would. Situated at the top of a hill looking westbound over downtown Cleveland, it offers an expansive campus complete with a 9-12 High School, Church, Monastery for the Monks, Grotto, and Athletic Facilities including a turfed outdoor all-purpose football field.

They are currently undergoing a renovation process to add a school entrance, science wing, and meeting space. I also heard they will update and modernize the cafeteria and some roofs on campus.

They call Benedictine, The Home of Champions because they embrace a championship mindset. In academics, in sport, in family, and in future life. Ryan Ryzner doing a tremendous job building a team of administrators, faculty, and support staff that is transforming Benedictine from a good college prep school into a superlative college prep school.

Benedictine will prepare your young boy for life as a man. Just visit the school and get a feel for how special this place really is!
Read 42 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 351 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Elyria Catholic High School

• Private School
• ELYRIA, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.95 out of 5  103 reviews

Alum: Over the past four years at Elyria catholic, the road had been filled with pride and joy. One thing that never seemed to fail was the community. While spending my years participating in track, basketball, and football, the crowd never left. Every step of the way, there was a great amount of fans and family members to look back on. Although this was a great thing, the schooling was even better. Elyria Catholic has some of the generous, caring teachers around. These teachers will not accept anything less than the best from a student. The teachers there are so caring, that they will do everything in their power to not let anyone fail. All teachers offer students extra time and help when needed. Overall, this school is an amazing place to be when wanting to be surrounded by success. For the school itself, there are many great features that come with. This is a very small school, which holds around 400 kids. As for being so little, this school does wonderful job staying clean.
Read 103 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 465 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Thomas Aquinas High School & Middle School

• Private School
• LOUISVILLE, OH
• 6-12
• Rating 4.22 out of 5  50 reviews

Senior: I have been going to St. Thomas since the middle school first opened in 2014 as a sixth grader and now I am a senior. It is safe to say that I have enjoyed my time at STA. Between the high school and middle school, there aren't many students which is great. I love that the class sizes are small because then it's easier to get to know everyone. Another reason the small population is beneficial is because it's easier to get one on one with the teachers. The teachers really challenge us to do our best to succeed. Being with the same group of people for so long, you really get that sense of community and family. Graduating in 2021 is going to be hard because they've been a part of me for six years and I am going to miss every moment we have shared together. My experience at Saint Thomas is something I wouldn't trade. Through good times and bad, it's been great.
Read 50 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 252 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Holy Name High School

• Private School
• PARMA HEIGHTS, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.78 out of 5  120 reviews

Senior: I went to school there for 4 years and overall it's a pretty decent school. All of the faculty and staff are very nice and you can tell most of the teachers genuinely care about you. Social studies, science/anatomy, and English departments are very strong with good teachers and resources. Math department is decent and our music/theater is excellent. Everyone is involved in some type of way at the school and it's actually great to see how much some people love hanging out with friends at school. Although administration can be a little questionable sometimes but overall it's a great school that just about anyone can call home.
Read 120 Reviews

• grade B+

• 588 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School

• Private School
• CLEVELAND, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.87 out of 5  92 reviews

Alum: I had a wonderful experience during my four years at Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School. The teachers treated us like adults, and the rigorous AP and Honors classes prepared me for college. Many of the students I met during my time there still remain my close friends today! There are plenty of opportunities for students to get involved from clubs and activities to sports to service opportunities. You truly feel the family atmosphere as soon as you walk through the doors!
Read 92 Reviews

• grade B+

• 458 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Trinity High School

• Private School
• GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.73 out of 5  118 reviews

Alum: Amazing school that had me ready for college and life after college because of their internship program. The teachers care about all of us, and because of the size we were such a tight knit group. It's a great school!
Read 118 Reviews

• grade B

• 327 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Martin de Porres High School

• Private School
• CLEVELAND, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.94 out of 5  127 reviews

Senior: I've loved my four years at Saint Martin de Porres High School. The teachers are so supportive and love to help their students. They will absolutely make sure that you are ready for college, even in the ninth grade. You will definitely gain friends as well as mentors when attending this school. This school cares so much about all students and staff and uses all efforts to provide for us and keep us comfortable. One thing I would like to see improved is the grading scale.
Read 127 Reviews

• grade B

• 405 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cleveland Central Catholic High School

• Private School
• CLEVELAND, OH
• 9-12
• Rating 3.94 out of 5  78 reviews

Alum: I currently attend my schooling at Cleveland Central Catholic my Junior and Senior year. I must say that I love every bit of it! The staff works above their capabilities to ensure the students and families that they can achieve a great education. The school gives numerous life opportunities, as well as schooling opportunities. My overall experience at this high school was phenomenal. I say this because the teaching gave me so much more advancement in education and it helped me better my skills in school and life.! Being at Cleveland Central Catholic has help me strive above my horizon and to be very care giving to myself and others! This school shows that they care for their students, staff, the community around them and beyond. I would not be as intelligent or hard working as I am today without help from the staff and administrators of Cleveland Central Catholic.
Read 78 Reviews

• grade C+

• 632 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Lyceum

• Private School
• SOUTH EUCLID, OH
• 6-12
• Rating 5 out of 5  3 reviews

Senior: The Lyceum is a wonderful school! The academics are rigorous and challenging, but all the teachers are ready and willing to help their students succeed. This school is fully and faithfully Catholic, and that is essential to the identity of the school. The academic goal is coming to know God with a focus on the good, the true, and the beautiful. In everything, the Lyceum seeks the truth, teaching students how to think for themselves and use their reason properly. While the lack of extracurricular activities can be frustrating, the education that one receives at the Lyceum is worth so much more that sports or clubs.
Read 3 Reviews

• grade B+

• 59 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Peregrine Academy

• Private School
• RICHFIELD, OH
• K-12

• grade unavailable

• 29 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio