Archbishop Alter High School

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Archbishop Alter High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
940 E David Rd,  Kettering, OH
4.1
3.4
537 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Lourdes Lambert
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
28
Average GPA
3.6
Annual Tuition
$12,550
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
42
Part Time Teachers
3
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
640
Verbal
630
Average ACT
28
Math
27
English
29
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
10
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
99%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
54.6%
Female
45.4%
White
92.6%
Black
3.8%
Hispanic
2.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%

School Rankings

#14 Best Catholic Schools in Ohio
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Dayton 175 Students
The Ohio State University 159 Students
Miami University 149 Students
University of Cincinnati 148 Students
University of Kentucky 95 Students
Ohio University 83 Students
Wright State University 52 Students
Xavier University 41 Students
Bowling Green State University 37 Students
Michigan State University 32 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 80 Students
Psychology 62 Students
Biology 41 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 39 Students
Nursing 36 Students
Finance 26 Students
Marketing 24 Students
Engineering 23 Students
Political Science and Government 22 Students
Chemistry 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 181 Reviews
4.0 Junior
10/17/2024
I real have enjoyed my time attending Archbishop Alter High School. I am very grateful to have parents that chose to send me to an academically vigorous school. I feel as though I am always challenged in my academics and thoroughly enjoy my teachers. The school environment is always positive and I appreciate the faculty and staff for their support.
5.0 Parent
10/12/2024
Alter is awesome. The administration and teachers are fully invested in the success of their students. Great school culture!
4.0 Senior
1/6/2024
I am glad I choose this school when I was freshman. It has lead to many great opportunities for me and the ability to meet new friends. I would total recommend going to Alter High School.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/27/2025
As a graduate and former parent, my family members have been very successful as a result of our Alter educations. We have some with advanced degrees, some in trades and most in everyday careers. Alter is a great place to be as good as you can be, with an emphasis on family and faith.
1.0 other
2/11/2020
I would say the four years I spent at this school were a waste of money.
5.0 parent
4/21/2016
Amazing education, community, school spirit, athletics, faith and service in the community. As a parent, I cannot imagine my children going anywhere else. I know there are outsiders that may say some negative things (even on this site), but I really believe it is rooted in envy. I encourage anyone t...
1.0 other
2/5/2014
As a student this school is terrible, bullying, teachers bully, don't care, no one pays attention if you don't play sports, DONT GO HERE

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Archbishop Alter High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 940 E David Rd in Kettering, in the Kettering neighborhood. Annual tuition is $12,550. The school has a total enrollment of 537 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Archbishop Alter High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.6. Average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $271,147. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Miami Valley School, Kettering Fairmont High School, Oakwood High School, and more. Learn more about what Kettering has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Archbishop Alter High School.

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