This spring, 307 students are graduating from the five Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Grand Rapids: Catholic Central, Sacred Heart Academy, and West Catholic in Grand Rapids; Muskegon Catholic Central; and Portland St. Patrick. Join us as we congratulate them on their achievements and we pray for God’s blessing on their future endeavors!
Check out some of the graduates' accomplishments (also summarized in accompanying infographic):
- 99% graduation rate
- 94% of graduates attending college in the fall
- $8,281,747* in accepted scholarships
- $28,708* in average accepted scholarships per college-bound graduate
- 2 graduate discerning religious life
- 3 graduates entering military service
- 10 graduates entering trade school
*student-reported totals
Catholic schools in the Diocese of Grand Rapids are an alliance of 31 vibrant learning communities (26 elementary and five high schools) serving more than 6,200 preschool through 12th grade students throughout West Michigan. Our schools inspire young people to grow in Catholic faith and grace, achieve more in school and life, develop creativity and character, and feel welcomed and cherished for their unique gifts. We partner with parents to awaken the whole child to a world of light and life — that grows better and brighter when children reach their potential. Raise your eyes and look about to Catholic schools!