West Catholic High School

West Catholic High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
1801 Bristol Ave NW,  Grand Rapids, MI
4.2
4.7
480 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Cynthia Kneibel
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
30
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$12,400
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
33
Full Time Teachers
30
Part Time Teachers
3
Teachers in First or Second Year
3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
630
Average ACT
30
Math
29
English
31
Reading
31
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
76%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
73%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
53.6%
Female
46.4%
White
85.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.2%
Hispanic
5.3%
Black
1.7%
Native American
<1%
Two or more races
<1%

School Rankings

#15 Best HS For Athletes in Michigan
#33 Best Catholic Schools in Michigan
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Michigan State University 161 Students
Grand Valley State University 141 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 104 Students
Central Michigan University 84 Students
Western Michigan University 72 Students
Aquinas College - Michigan 66 Students
Ferris State University 56 Students
Grand Rapids Community College 49 Students
Michigan Technological University 47 Students
University of Dayton 44 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 69 Students
Biology 35 Students
Nursing 33 Students
Psychology 29 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 27 Students
Finance 23 Students
Engineering 22 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 19 Students
Accounting 15 Students
Environmental Science 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 197 Reviews
4.0 Senior
3/6/2025
I am a fan of WC, however I think that a nun that is an older woman should not be in charge of the children. From falsely breathalyzing students to touching them on the shoulders, they should change who is in charge. However I love all the retreats west has to offer and the amazing students.
5.0 Senior
3/6/2025
Choosing West Catholic was the best decision I could have possibly made, not only have I excelled in academics but I have been apart of a great theatre and choir program. I am involved in almost every aspect of the school and with the help of the teachers and staff I am pushing my self to be the best version of myself I can be. I feel ready for college and am ready to take on the world. I am happy to be part of such a wonderful community.
4.0 Senior
12/17/2024
West Catholic high school is a great school overall. They help develop students academically and non academically for the next step in their lives.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/6/2020
Exceptional experience. As a parent it was exactly the partnership we wanted to Share inOur children’s education
5.0 parent
4/29/2014
In a world that has moved toward enabling and the dumbing-down high school students, West Catholic defies the trend and challenges students to the academic rigors they are certain to meet in life beyond high school. Our son is currently finishing up his sophomore year in college, yet, because of his...
5.0 other
1/15/2014
Attended West Catholic from 1965-1969 and had the honor as a Senior to be the mascot Freddie Falcon during the football season. Caring/compassionate/knowledgeable instructors, a community of students that have a common bond and form a strong camaraderie with each other. "One the west side of the val...
5.0 parent
11/13/2013
I wasn't raised Catholic. I attended public school. I am not from Grand Rapids and we don't live on the westside. We tried to get to know the local public high school and they reacted in disbelief that we might have questions and might want to meet a teacher or two. Then we called West Catholic. Wha...

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West Catholic High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 1801 Bristol Ave NW in Grand Rapids, MI. Annual tuition is $12,400. The school has a total enrollment of 480 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. West Catholic High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+. The average GPA is 3.62, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $359,258. Discover additional schools in the area, like Grand Rapids Adventist Academy, Sacred Heart Academy, Fusion Global Academy, and more. Learn more about what Grand Rapids has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Catholic High School.

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