Dowling Catholic High School

Dowling Catholic High School is committed to serving the Greater Des Moines Catholic community and embracing learners of all faiths. Dowling will inspire a Christ-centered love of learning and a respect for fellow human beings through the application of moral principles, a commitment to service, and excellence in academics, athletics, the arts, and extra-curricular activities.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Top Ranked IA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,389 students
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Student Body AP Courses Sports offered School History

School Overview

School Membership(s) School Assoc. Religious Affiliation Grades Offered Grades 9-12 Year Founded Summer School Offered Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003

Student Body

Total Students 1,389 students Student Body Type % Students of Color State avg.: 16% Students by Grade

Dowling Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers 90 teachers Student : Teacher Ratio % Faculty w/Advanced Degree Average Class Size 23 students Number of AP Courses 15 courses List of Courses Offered Advanced Courses

Advanced Placement Courses: Biology, an, Calculus, Chemistry, Computer Science, English and Language Composition, English Literature and Compostition, Environmental Science, European History, Government, Microeconomics, Physics 1 & 2, Pyschology, Spanish

Average ACT score Matriculation Data Matric. Data Classroom Dress Code khaki, navy or black slacks with a DCHS polo

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline None / Rolling Tuition Notes % on Financial Aid Admissions Director Tatia Eischeid Admissions Associate Kelly Lentsch

Sports

Total Sports Offered

Baseball, Basketball , Bowling, Cheering , Cross Country, Dance , Diving, Football , Golf, Polo , Rugby, Soccer , Softball, Swimming , Tennis, Track and Field , Volleyball, Weightlifting , Winter Track, Wrestling

School Notes

Dowling Catholic High School is committed to serving the Greater Des Moines Catholic community and embracing learners of all faiths. In an environment that is faithful, caring and dedicated, Dowling Catholic forms each student to become a Christ-centered leader.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Dowling Catholic High School offer? What is Dowling Catholic High School's ranking? When is the application deadline for Dowling Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Dowling Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

No School: Thanksgiving Break November 27, 2024 (Wednesday) First Day of Second Semester January 06, 2025 (Monday) No School: Spring Break March 17, 2025 (Monday)

Related Schools

The nearest high school to Dowling Catholic High School is Empigo Academy (2.3 miles away) The nearest elementary school and preschool is Whiz Kid Academy (0.8 miles away) Add to Compare Grades: PK-12 | 503 students 862.2 miles 597 Broadview Ave
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