Catholic high school in Woodstock, IL with learning differences and ADD/ADHD support, small classes, AP courses, and diverse activities
Marian Central Catholic High School is a college preparatory Catholic high school in Woodstock, IL serving grades 9-12. The school offers dedicated support for students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD, making it a viable option for families seeking a faith-based secondary education with special needs accommodations. With an average class size of 17 students and 61% of faculty holding advanced degrees, Marian provides individualized attention alongside its rigorous academic curriculum.
The school balances academic rigor with inclusive support, offering AP courses across multiple disciplines while maintaining Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support services. Students benefit from a structured Catholic environment designed to promote intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual development. The diverse extracurricular offerings—including sports, arts, and clubs—provide opportunities for all learners to develop confidence and find community.
Tuition is $11,300 annually, with a reduced rate of $8,400 for participating parishioners of the 17 Catholic parishes in McHenry County. The school maintains a rolling admissions process with a 97% acceptance rate. For more information about specific accommodations, IEP support, and the Learning Difference Programs, families are encouraged to contact the admissions office at (815) 338-4220 or visit marian.com.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students294
Class Size17:1 ratio
Tuition$11,300
Est.1959
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1959 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $11,300 |
| Tuition Notes | Discounted participating parishioner rate of one of the 17 Catholic parishes in McHenry County, Rockford Diocese - $8,400 |
| Total Students | 294 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 25 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 61 |
| Average Class Size | 17 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Kaitlin Bordeaux |
| Admissions Associate | Vannessa Garrelts |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 97 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 15 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
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AP Courses
AP MacroeconomicsAP U.S. Government and PoliticsAP BiologyAP Calculus ABAP Comparative Government and PoliticsAP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and CompositionAP Human GeographyAP MicroeconomicsAP Physics 1AP Physics C: MechanicsAP Physics C: Electricity and MagnetismAP Pre-CalculusAP PsychologyAP StatisticsAP U.S. HistoryAP World History: Modern
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Dance · E-sports · Fencing · Football · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Wrestling · Show More (1) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.marian.com/calendar |