Bishop England High School
| Established: | 1915 |
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| Address: | 363 Seven Farms Drive Charleston, SC 29492 |
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| Phone Number: | 843-849-9599 | |
| Fax Number: | 843-849-9221 | |
| Web Site: | www.behs.com | |
| Principal or Headmaster: | Mr. David Held | |
| Admissions Contact: | Ms. Kit Brownell 843-849-9599, ext. 34 kbrownell@behs.com |
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| Mission Statement: | As an institution of the Catholic Church, it is the mission of Bishop England High School to foster a faith community characterized by the Gospel message of mutual respect and charity. The school endeavors to promote the spiritual, intellectual, and physical growth of the individual through the combined efforts of parents/guardians and faculty by establishing the best possible environment for learning: a climate of safety, trust, and respect for the individual and an appreciation for the acquisition of learning. | |
| Governing Board: | Catholic Diocese of Charleston | |
| Grades Served: | 9th-12th Grades | |
| Total Enrollment: | 810 | |
| Accredited: | SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) | |
| Tuition/Fees: | Catholic parishioner rate – $6,250 per year (tuition insurance) Non-parishioner – $9,120 per year (tuition insurance) Per family/grounds and maintenance fee – $100 per year Registration fee – $150 Testing fee – $90 |
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| Student Teacher Ratio: | 13:1 | |
| Attributes: | • High pass rate for Advanced Placement exams (96% in ‘07, 88% in ‘08) • Entering college after graduation – consistently 92% to 98% • Rigorous college-preparatory and honors levels of study • Successful sports program for boys and girls (7 state titles for 07-08) • Fine arts class offered within school day (drama, art, band, and chorus) • Strong and experienced teaching faculty • SAT scores consistently above state and national averages |
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