Pacelli High School (Top Ranked 17�Թ� for 2025)

3556 Trinity Drive
Columbus, GA 31907

Pacelli High School is a Catholic high school named after Pope Pius XII, Eugenio Pacelli.

Pacelli was founded in 1958 and is the only Catholic High School serving southwestern Georgia.

Our mission is to provide an excellent Catholic high school education.

Catholic Christian values are part of all that happens at Pacelli.

Students participate in daily prayer and are challenged to become the best that they can become in and outside the classroom.

The student body is composed of students from many faiths. This diversity strengthens the school.

Quick Stats (2025)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 180 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Pacelli High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1868

School Calendar

First Day of School

Fri. Aug 15, 2025

Last Day of School

Mon. May 25, 2026

Campus Size

School Motto

It's a Great Day to Be A Viking!

School Mascot

Vikings

Student Body

Total Students

180 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

44%

State avg.: 27%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,000

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Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pacelli High School cost?

Pacelli High School's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.

What is Pacelli High School's ranking?

Pacelli High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Pacelli High School?

The application deadline for Pacelli High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Pacelli High School located?

Pacelli High School is located in the East Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, GA. There are 4 other private schools located in East Columbus.

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