WHY SPRINGFIELD
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
Choosing a school for your child is one of the most important decisions parents will make for their children. At Springfield Catholic Schools you will find:
- Classes led by experienced faculty who are focused on helping each student understand and reach his or her individual potential.
- A traditional college preparatory curriculum that develops students' writing, research, and study skills.
- Excellent college counseling support with a focus on finding the right college for each student.
- An emphasis on personal accountability and a schedule that challenges students to actively manage their time and education.
This grade card compares Springfield Catholic High School’s ACT scores, Advanced Placement test scores, as well as college matriculation rates to not only the state average, but also to surrounding area schools. For elementary school data click here.
| High School | Ave. ACT* | % of Grads taking the ACT* | % of Students attending 4 year college* | # AP Tests Taken** | #3s, 4s, 5s scored on AP Tests** |
| Springfield Catholic | 25.8 | 99% | 98% | 57 | 38 |
| Central | 23.3 | 51.2% | 30% | 9 | 4 |
| Kickapoo | 22.7 | 71.2% | 57.9% | 95 | 69 |
| Glendale | 23 | 73% | 45.3% | 48 | 38 |
| Nixa | 21.6 | 70% | 36.2% | 7 | 7 |
| Ozark | 22.7 | 76.8% | 35% | 51 | 30 |
| Republic | 22.1 | 51.5% | 30% | 8 | 3 |
| Rogersville | 21.6 | 70% | 42.6% | 12 | 3 |
| State Average | 21.6 | 74% | 39.5% | NA | NA |
| National Average | 21.2 | 40% | NA | NA | NA |
*Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
**Reported in the September 19, 2007 Springfield News Leader