Mission Statement

Our Mission is to develop responsible Christian individuals by providing the finest in Catholic education.

Vision Statement

Pensacola Catholic High School is a vibrant Christian community offering quality education while emphasizing the teachings of the Gospel, the intrinsic value of the individual and commitment to service.

Core Values

• Selfless Love
• Commitment to Excellence
• Personal Integrity
• Commitment to Service

History

Pensacola Catholic High School is a Roman Catholic diocesan high school owned and operated by the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee.  Catholic High was opened in the Fall of 1941 when the former St. Michael’s High School, located on the corner of Garden and Baylen Streets, was renamed as it gained students from several smaller Catholic schools in the city and became the one central Catholic High School in Pensacola.  It opened its doors to 180 students.  In 1958, Pensacola Catholic High School relocated to its current site in West Pensacola.  Through the years, the campus has undergone numerous additions and renovations to accommodate its growing enrollment.  The Brent Media Center was built in 2001 and the Science wing was completely remodeled in 2003.  In 2004, the renovation of the administration wing was completed.

In 1993, Pensacola Catholic High School was awarded the distinction of being named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education.  This honor is granted to outstanding public and private schools across the United States that achieve high academic standards and model excellence. 

Pensacola Catholic High School has been continuously accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools since 1928. 

Current Information

Sr. Kierstin Martin has served as Principal of CHS since 1988.  There are 39 full time and 3 part time teachers on faculty.  37% of the faculty holds a Master’s Degree.  Current enrollment stands at 570, with a student/teacher ratio of 14:1. 

Students are not required to wear a uniform.  There is a dress code in effect.

In May of 2010, CHS proudly graduated 120 seniors with 98% choosing to continue their education.  Over $8 million dollars in academic scholarships were awarded to the CHS Class of 2010.

Academic Program

A total of 26 credits is required for graduation.  Students entering CHS are placed in one of four ability levels (Honors, Accelerated College Prep, College Prep, and General Studies) based on their previous academic achievement and standardized testing.  Dual enrollment and Advanced Placement courses are offered to those students who qualify.

CHS offers an Adaptive Education Program for students with identified learning disabilities.  The program offers support services to students who have difficulty functioning in the regular classroom.

Student Activity Program

All students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities while at Catholic High.  Participation in either an athletic or non-athletic extracurricular activity enhances a student’s high school experience.

Pensacola Catholic High School’s athletic program is vibrant.  Numerous regional, district and state championship titles have been earned by CHS teams.  The CHS Athletic Program has earned the State’s top athletic honor, the Floyd E. Lay All-Sports Award, twice.   CHS was also awarded the Fred E. Rozelle Award for Sportsmanship by the State of Florida in 2003.

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