College-prep high school in Fort Pierce serving grades 9-12 with specialized support for learning differences and ADHD
John Carroll Catholic High School is a college-preparatory high school serving grades 9-12 in Fort Pierce, Florida, with dedicated support for students with learning differences and ADHD. The school maintains small class sizes (average 18 students) and offers explicit Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD Support to help students with these diagnoses succeed in a mainstream academic environment. With 25 classroom teachers for 355 students, John Carroll provides individualized attention within a structured, faith-based community.
The curriculum combines college-prep academics with business, fine arts, and health/physical education, designed to develop critical thinking and social-emotional skills alongside intellectual growth. Extracurricular activities further enrich the learning experience. The school's Catholic mission emphasizes character development, responsibility, and civic engagement—values that support the holistic growth many special-needs families seek for their teens.
John Carroll operates on a rolling admissions basis with 100% acceptance and tuition of approximately $10,000 annually. Families interested in learning more about specific accommodations, IEP support, and how the school's special education programs align with their child's needs should contact the school directly at (772) 464-5200 or visit johncarrollhigh.com.
| Year Founded | 1965 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $10,000 |
| Total Students | 355 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 25 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 40 |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.johncarrollhigh.com/about/calendar.cfm |