Private school in Newport News, VA, supporting students with dyslexia, ADHD, and learning differences
Peninsula Catholic High School (PC) in Newport News, VA, offers a supportive, values-based environment for students in grades 8-12. The school is equipped to support diverse learning needs, providing dedicated resources for students with dyslexia, language-based learning differences, and ADD/ADHD. Instruction is Google-certified and utilizes 1:1 Chromebook technology.
With an 11:1 average student-to-teacher ratio, PC provides personalized attention for students with mild learning differences. The state-of-the-art learning center supports advanced coursework in Biology, Calculus, Computer Science, and Studio Art. Social and emotional growth is fostered through programs like the Mental Health Club and Peer Mentors.
Accredited by the Middle States Association, PC is a nonsectarian-friendly Catholic institution. Extracurriculars include robotics, arts, and a multi-million dollar sports complex. Tuition for Catholic students is approximately $13,467, with financial aid and scholarships available. Admissions are processed on a rolling basis.
At a Glance
Grades8-12
Students286
Class Size16:1 ratio
Tuition$13,467
Fin. Aid47% receive aid
Est.1903
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Cognia, Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
School Information
| Year Founded | 1903 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $13,467 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition rate is for Catholic students in grades 9 Additional fees apply. Financial aid and scholarships available. Contact, [email protected], for financial information. |
| Total Students | 286 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 28 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 47 |
| Average Class Size | 16 |
| Grades Offered | 8-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Abella Padilla |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 47 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 16 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Language-basedMild Learning Differences
Advanced Courses
American LiteratureAnatomyBiologyCalculus ABCalculus BCChemistryComputer ScienceCreative WritingEnglish Literature & CompositionEuropean HistoryMacroeconomicsMicroeconomicsStatisticsStudio ArtUS GovernmentUS History
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Dance · Sailing · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Winter Track · Wrestling |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Blue Crew Spirit Club · Forensics Team · Green Club · Honor Code Council · Interact Club (Rotary International) · Latin Club/Honor Society · Mental Health Club · Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society · National Honor Society (NHS) · Peer Mentors · Peer Retreat Leaders · Rho Kappa · Robotics Team · Spanish Club/Honor Society · St. Vincent Religion Club · Student Ambassadors · Student Council Association · Yearbook Staff · Show More (2) · Hide · Arts and Music Programs: · Mass Music/Choir · National Art Honor Society · National Thespian Society · PC Players · PCTV · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Golf |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) · Cognia · Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.peninsulacatholic.org/events.cfm |
| Average SAT Score | 1153 |
| Average ACT Score | 26 |
Contact the school
(757) 596-7247600 Harpersville Road, Newport News, Virginia 23601
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