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Academics
Entrance Exam
- St. John XXIIIISEE (School code 570048; 9th grade. 11th/12th transfers submit PSAT. Last cycle: opened Sept 1, deadline Jan 15, docs Jan 31, rolling after.)
- CathedralISEE (or CLT for classical-school students) (Scores due Jan 30, 2027. Application opens first week of Sept 2026, due Jan 15, 2027. A family interview is required (parents + student); a shadow day can be requested at the interview.)
- Incarnate WordISEE (School code 570451; up to two scores. Application opens Aug 17, 2026.)
Recommendations
- St. John XXIIITeacher recommendations (school forms) + official transcripts; interviews for transfers only
- CathedralMath, English + Administrator (HAIS forms); transcripts 3 prior years; student essay
- Incarnate WordMath + English teachers (HAIS forms); transcripts 6th, 7th, 1st-sem 8th
Dual Credit
- St. John XXIIINot Published
- CathedralYes (University of St. Thomas partnership (est. June 2023))
- Incarnate WordYes (4 courses with Lone Star College)
World Languages
- St. John XXIIISpanish (confirmed via Spanish NHS; full list not published)
- CathedralLatin I-IV · Greek I-II · Modern language elective (Years 3-4)
- Incarnate WordNot Published
Academic Model
- St. John XXIIINot Published
- CathedralClassical liberal arts — Trivium (Grammar/Logic/Rhetoric), Shakespeare every year, Junior Thesis, Senior Seminar + Senior Rome Trip. Four Pillars: Sacred Worship, Wisdom, Music, Art. (No AP courses are advertised; dual credit serves the advanced-coursework role.)
- Incarnate WordNot Published
AP Courses
- St. John XXIIINot Published
- CathedralNot Published
- Incarnate Word18 (Academics page says 18, FAQ says 19; AP Honor Roll Platinum; >75% of AP testers score 3-5)
AP Program
- St. John XXIIIAP and honors coursework offered (count not published; Course Selection Guide not public)
- CathedralNot Published
- Incarnate WordNot Published
Application Deadline
- St. John XXIIINot Published
- CathedralNot Published
- Incarnate Word2026-12-14 (Earliest deadline of the Houston Catholic schools; supplemental materials Jan 29, 2027)
Family Interview
- St. John XXIIINot Published
- CathedralYes (Family interview at the school — parents and student)
- Incarnate WordNot Published
Learning Support
- St. John XXIIINot Published
- CathedralLearning Enrichment Center — an individual learning plan for every student; tutoring, accommodations and testing support
- Incarnate WordNot Published
Notable Programs
- St. John XXIIINot Published
- CathedralNot Published
- Incarnate WordYoung Leaders Program; 5 endorsements; STEM emphasis
Commute from home
| Tuition | $22,100 2026-27 rate | $22,850 2026-27 rate | $22,800 2026-27 rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| What's included | Fees listed separately see fees
| Fees listed separatelyNo itemized fees published. | Fees listed separately see fees
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| Sibling discount | 2nd student $17,680 ($4,420 off) | Not Published | Not Published |
| Lower school on campus | HS only | HS only | HS only |
| Open house | Not posted | Nov 7, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 |
| Required test | ISEE | ISEE (or CLT for classical-school students) | ISEE Offered on campus: Jan 9, 2027 |
| Application deadline | Not posted | Jan 15, 2027 | Dec 14, 2026 |
| Decision date | Not posted | Not posted | Mar 5, 2027 |
| Financial aid | Need-based + Merit | Need-based + Merit | Need-based + Merit |
| AP courses | Not posted | Not posted | 18 |
| Enrollment | 432 | Not Published | 248 |
| Student:Teacher | 11.3:1 | Not Published | 8.3:1 |
| Mass | Weekly Daily Mass also offered | Daily | Monthly |
| Sports | 13 sports | 11 sports | 10 sports |
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