At Metro Philly’s Best, we believe that our readers know best. That’s why we ask them to nominate their favorite local businesses and institutions in Philadelphia. After counting the votes, we are proud to announce the winner of the Best Catholic School in Philadelphia. Get ready to be inspired by the top-ranked school that offers the most exceptional education, supportive community, and faith-based values.
2024: Philadelphia Voted Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls Best Catholic School!
Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls
1000 W Lycoming Street
(215) 455-6900
littleflowerhighschool.org
Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls is a college-preparatory high school that has been teaching young women since 1939. Little Flower welcomes students from all over the city, and from different races, ethnicities, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds to create a student community that promotes love, respect and tolerance for all. The school’s mission is to empower young women through a comprehensive program that promotes academic excellence, integrity, and generous service. Graduates of Little Flower are well equipped to succeed in college and in life as contributing members of a global community.
2023: Philadelphia Voted The Northeast Catholic High School Alumni Association Best Catholic School!
The Northeast Catholic High School Alumni Association
P.O. Box 7005
(215) 543-1051
northcatholicalumni.org
The Northeast Catholic High School Alumni Association was created to foster community and connection among graduates of Northeast Catholic High School, which closed in 2010. While it was once the largest Catholic boys’ high school in the world, the school is now known for having the largest number of alumni of any all-male high school in the world. By providing plenty of opportunities for reunions that encourage common interests and bonds of friendship, the association supports Catholic education and donates funds to the Northeast Catholic Alumni Memorial Scholarship Fund, Inc. and the Oblates of St. Francis deSales.
2022: Philadelphia Voted The Northeast Catholic High School Alumni Association Best Catholic School!
The Northeast Catholic High School Alumni Association
PO Box 7005
(215) 543-1051 – northcatholicalumni.org
The Northeast Catholic High School Alumni Association was created to foster community and connection among graduates of Northeast Catholic High School, which closed in 2010. While it was once the largest Catholic boys high school in the world, the school is now known for having the largest number of alumni of any all-male high school in the world. The association aims to form a more perfect brotherhood of those who have been associated with the Northeast Catholic High School by fostering fraternalism and good fellowship. By providing plenty of opportunities for reunions that encourage common interests and bonds of friendship, the association supports catholic education and donates funds to the Northeast Catholic Alumni Memorial Scholarship Fund, Inc. and the Oblates of St. Francis deSales.
2021: Philadelphia Voted Roman Catholic High School Best Catholic School! (Tie)
Roman Catholic High School
301 N Broad St
(215) 627-1270 – romancatholichs.com
Star-worthy academics and distinguished sports programs are some of the accolades you’ll hear from Roman Catholic School alumni. The Broad Street institution is in a great location within the city, with easy access from anywhere in Philly or the suburbs. Students will tell you they receive among the best school experiences. Clubs, amazing peers and a caring and intelligent faculty are all highly prioritized. The friends you make at Roman will last a lifetime. When it’s time for college you’ll be prepared among the very best freshman on any campus. The academics are superb, thanks to teachers considered tops in their area of academia. Young men credit the school with helping them become more confident whether speaking to others or performing or participating in an interesting class discussion. The college-preparatory Christian education at Roman is presented in a setting that feels as good as being home. Four years of learning and friendship leads to a lifelong fondness for the alma mater.
2021: Philadelphia Voted Saints John Neumann and Maria Goretti Catholic High School Best Catholic School! (Tie)
Saints John Neumann and Maria Goretti Catholic High School
1736 S 10th St
(215) 465-8437 – neumanngorettihs.org
Saints John Neumann and Maria Goretti Catholic High School provide a highly valued education to a diverse college-bound student body as they develop meaningful friendships with classmates that last a lifetime. Those students enrolled at Saints John Neumann and Maria Goretti Catholic High School usually boast about meeting amazing people as they participate in the best interactions imaginable with teachers and faculty, the kinds of exchanges that make for great storytelling years later. It is not uncommon to hear current and past students proudly reminiscing about their high school experiences. Seniors in honors and AP classes report feeling prepared as they make their way to becoming college freshmen. These students put in the effort and the high standard of academics here help shape lives forever!
