How Our Catholic School Curriculum Ensures College Readiness

Catholic schools have a long-standing track record of fostering academic excellence and college readiness in students of all backgrounds and abilities. At St. Agnes Academy, we are committed to preparing our students for their future endeavors by facilitating academic growth as well as personal, professional, and spiritual advancement. 

Our Catholic school curriculum and school culture work in tandem to help our students become well-rounded individuals with a high capacity for success and fulfillment across multiple facets of their lives.

Let’s take a closer look at how St. Agnes prepares our students for college and explore what sets our school apart from other academic environments. 

According to the National Catholic Education Association, the graduation rate for Catholic high school students in 2021-2022 was roughly 98%. Of those graduates, over 85% went on to attend 4-year colleges and universities. With the average public school graduation rate at approximately 87%, it’s easy to see why so many parents consider Catholic schooling the gold standard for college preparation.

Going beyond the statistics, Catholic schools like St. Agnes embrace a holistic approach to education that ensures students are empowered to achieve their highest potential across all grade levels.

Our academic curriculum, extracurricular programs, and wellness resources work in conjunction to set up our students for developmentally-appropriate success and satisfaction that sets the stage for long-term personal and professional fulfillment.

At our all-girls Catholic school, we follow a proven approach to ensure your child flourishes during her high school career and beyond. Discover the key ingredients that make up our school’s academic experience.

St. Agnes maintains high curriculum standards that challenge our students while encouraging them to embrace and build upon their innate strengths.

Our school leaders work diligently to align our programs with evolving college expectations, ensuring that every student is equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in their future academic exploits.

In addition to our core curriculum offerings, St. Agnes students can choose from a wide range of advanced courses. These include STEM subjects, the humanities, and language arts. Each class cultivates a course of study to help your daughter achieve a well-rounded sense of preparedness for college and beyond.

At our school, religion is deeply embedded in all we do. Theology courses are an integral part of our core curriculum and are designed to serve as a cornerstone of our faith-based education across all four years of study.

By the time a student reaches her senior year, she will be asked to complete a servant leadership project as a condition of her graduation. These servant leadership projects are designed to relate directly to students’ theology coursework to provide a more comprehensive understanding of how Christ’s teachings can and should inform our students’ interactions with the world around them. 

We also offer a variety of faith-based extracurricular opportunities to help students dig deeper into their faith. Some students may prepare themselves for a life of ministry and service to others that will serve them well in their future communities.

A key aspect of our success is our personalized support to every student. Our College Counseling Center serves as a valuable resource for students and families embarking on the college application process. Our team works tirelessly to ensure all students are equipped to take the next steps on their academic journeys. 

Each year’s counseling and wellness programming builds upon the previous year’s emphasis to equip students with a comprehensive toolkit. Then, your child has the educational resources needed to tackle new challenges as they arise.

Students are encouraged to advocate for themselves and are always welcome to reach out to our various support services to help them gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive in future high-demand academic environments. 

From the moment a student sets foot on our campus, our team is focused on her future. We believe that Catholic education is about more than just preparing students for college – it's about preparing them for life.

Combining our Catholic school curriculum with a strong faith foundation gives students the tools to succeed in all areas of their lives. Our graduates leave our halls ready for college and equipped to impact their communities positively.

Reach out today to learn more about our tailor-made curriculum offerings. Find out how St. Agnes could help your child take the first step toward college success.