Catholic co-ed high school in Dayton, Ohio for grades 9-12 with specialized support for learning differences and ADD/ADHD
Archbishop Alter High School is a Catholic co-educational high school (grades 9–12) in Dayton, Ohio that serves students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD. The school is committed to recognizing the individual potential of each student and provides a structured, Christ-centered environment where students with diverse learning needs can succeed academically and grow as whole people.
With an average class size of 20 students and 65% of faculty holding advanced degrees, Archbishop Alter offers personalized attention and specialized support for students with learning disabilities and attention challenges. The school's Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD Support services are designed to help students develop strong study habits, organizational skills, and academic confidence while participating in a mainstream high school community. Students have access to a full range of Advanced Placement and honors courses, as well as extensive extracurricular activities including 18 varsity sports teams.
Tuition is $10,975 annually with grade-specific fees ranging from $465 to $615. Twenty-five percent of students receive financial aid. The school's admission process is accessible, with a 98% acceptance rate and an admission deadline of December 1st. Contact the admissions office at (937) 434-4434 or visit alterhs.org for more information about learning support services and enrollment.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students514
Class Size20:1 ratio
Tuition$10,975
Fin. Aid25% receive aid
Est.1962
DeadlineDec. 1
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1962 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $10,975 |
| Tuition Notes | Grade specific fees range from 465 to 615 |
| Total Students | 514 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 42 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65 |
| Average Class Size | 20 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Mary Ruth Shearer |
| Admissions Associate | Mary Ruth Shearer |
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 1 |
| Acceptance Rate | 98 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 25 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 7 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Bowling · Cheering · Cross Country · Diving · Football · Golf · Gymnastics · Ice Hockey · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Volleyball · Wrestling · Show More (1) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | alterhs.org/calendar |
| Average SAT Score | 1201 |
| Average ACT Score | 26 |
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