Is Joliet Catholic Academy a Catholic high school?

Yes. Joliet Catholic Academy is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Joliet.

What is Joliet Catholic Academy’s Compass Score?

71 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

Escuela secundaria católica

Joliet Catholic Academy

UbicaciónJoliet, IL
Tipo y tamañoEscuela católica independiente · Grados 9–12 · 598 estudiantes

Joliet Catholic Academy is a coeducational Catholic high school in Joliet, Illinois, in the Carmelite and Franciscan traditions. Four years of theology are required, and every student completes 60 hours of Christian Service over four years. Campus Ministry offers retreats in every grade, reconciliation during Advent and Lent, and Eucharistic celebrations in the school chapel, which is open throughout the day.

Iglesias católicas cercanas

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Saint Ambrose Roman Catholic Church — 0.8 mi
Cathedral of Saint Raymond Nonnatus — 1.4 mi · 604 Raynor Avenue, Joliet
Saint Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church — 1.6 mi
Saint Anne Roman Catholic Church — 1.6 mi
Holy Cross Catholic Church — 1.8 mi
Saint Mary's Nativity Catholic Church — 2.0 mi

A menos de 3 millas, según el mapa de Colaboradores de OpenStreetMap. El mapa puede estar incompleto. Confirme con la parroquia o la diócesis.

Ficha de fe

Cada línea es un aspecto que buscamos. Una marca significa sí, media marca significa en parte, un guion significa no. “Información insuficiente” significa que las fuentes oficiales no lo indican.

Vida sacramental

46 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

En parte:
Misas para toda la escuela o por grado durante el año escolarAlgunas veces al año (All-school Masses are held on Holy Days of Obligation and other special days.)
Fuentes (1)
1. Faith | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “All-school Masses are held on Holy Days of Obligation and other special days”
  All-school Masses are held on Holy Days of Obligation and other special days.
Información insuficiente:
Misa diaria disponible para los estudiantes en el campusInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
En parte:
Confesión disponible para los estudiantes durante el año escolarPor temporada (Adviento, Cuaresma) o algunas veces al año (Students may receive reconciliation during the holy seasons of Advent and Lent. Other times are arranged through the Campus Ministry Office.)
Fuentes (1)
1. Faith | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Students are given the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation during the holy seasons of Advent and Lent.”
  Students may receive reconciliation during Advent and Lent.
Información insuficiente:
Se ofrece adoración eucarísticaInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
En parte:
Capellán sacerdote que atiende a la escuelaSacerdote visitante o compartido (Masses are celebrated on campus. Recorded as parttime.)
Fuentes (2)
1. Faith | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “All-school Masses are held on Holy Days of Obligation and other special days”
  All-school Masses are held on Holy Days of Obligation and other special days.
2. 2026-2027 Parent-Student Handbook | Joliet Catholic Academyresources.finalsite.net/images/v1789586200/jcaonlineorg/ovlsir1c2r2frc4esjyn/2026-2027Parent-StudentHandbook9-16-26.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Regular celebrations of the Eucharist take place in the school chapel.”
  Regular celebrations of the Eucharist take place in the school chapel. No frequency is stated.

Teología y plan de estudios

100 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

Sí:
Años de teología o religión requeridosCuatro años (The 2026-2027 handbook requires 4.00 credits in theology in each graduation track, and Theology I, II, III and IV are specific graduation requirements.)
Fuentes (2)
1. 2026-2027 Parent-Student Handbook | Joliet Catholic Academyresources.finalsite.net/images/v1789586200/jcaonlineorg/ovlsir1c2r2frc4esjyn/2026-2027Parent-StudentHandbook9-16-26.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Each student must also complete 60 hours of Christian Service during his/her four years”
  The handbook requires 60 hours of Christian Service over four years for graduation.
  “4.00 Credits in Theology”
  The handbook requires 4.00 credits in theology for graduation.
2. Faith | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “four years of religious studies are required”
  Four years of religious studies are required.
Información insuficiente:
Los cursos de teología siguen el Marco Curricular de la USCCBInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
Información insuficiente:
Se ofrece un curso de filosofía, apologética o éticaInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
Sí:
La fe integrada en todo el plan de estudios (declarada en el programa de estudios o en la misión)Sí (The school's mission statement says it inspires growth in knowledge and faith and cultivates academic excellence in Catholic values.)
Fuentes (1)
1. Mission & Profile | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/about/mission-profile · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Inspiring growth in knowledge and faith since 1869, the Joliet Catholic Academy family creates an environment that cultivates opportunities for academic excellence”
  The mission statement pairs growth in knowledge and faith with academic excellence.

Cultura del campus

90 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

Sí:
RetirosUn retiro para cada grado (Freshmen, sophomores and juniors take an annual day of renewal, and seniors must complete the Kairos retreat or an approved overnight retreat.)
Fuentes (1)
1. Faith | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Freshmen, sophomores and juniors are required to participate in an annual day of renewal.”
  Freshmen, sophomores and juniors take an annual day of renewal.
  “As a requirement for graduation, students must participate in one of the following during their senior year”
  Seniors must complete the Kairos retreat or an approved overnight retreat.
Sí:
Personal de pastoralDos o más (Two campus ministers are listed: Dr. Robert Bailey and Mrs. Melisa Ferro.)
Fuentes (1)
1. Campus Ministry | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “took over as a Campus Minister in 2022”
  Dr. Robert Bailey is a campus minister.
  “returned to JCA in 2016”
  Mrs. Melisa Ferro is a campus minister who returned to JCA in 2016.
En parte:
Grupos o clubes estudiantiles de inspiración religiosaUno (Music Ministry is the only faith-based group found in the official clubs and organizations list.)
Fuentes (1)
1. Clubs & Organizations | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/student-life/clubs-organizations · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter Hillzone”
  A Habitat for Humanity campus chapter and Music Ministry are listed among the school's clubs and organizations.
Sí:
Oración diaria y vida litúrgica integradas en la jornada escolarSí (The school website publishes a daily prayer with announcements for each school day.)
Fuentes (1)
1. Daily Prayer & Announcements | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/my-jca/prayer-announcements · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Daily Prayer & Announcements”
  The school publishes a daily prayer with announcements.

N/A

Servicio y doctrina social católica

Información insuficiente: las fuentes oficiales cubren menos del 60 % de esta área.

Sí:
Horas de servicio obligatorias40 horas o más en cuatro años (Every student must complete 60 hours of Christian Service over four years.)
Fuentes (2)
1. Christian Service | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith/christian-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Students will complete 60 service hours cumulatively over their four years at JCA.”
  Students complete 60 Christian Service hours over four years.
2. 2026-2027 Parent-Student Handbook | Joliet Catholic Academyresources.finalsite.net/images/v1789586200/jcaonlineorg/ovlsir1c2r2frc4esjyn/2026-2027Parent-StudentHandbook9-16-26.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Each student must also complete 60 hours of Christian Service during his/her four years”
  The handbook requires 60 hours of Christian Service over four years for graduation.
Información insuficiente:
La doctrina social de la Iglesia se enseña en los cursos de teologíaInformación insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
Información insuficiente:
Participación provida (club, Marcha por la Vida o similar)Información insuficiente: no se encontró en fuentes oficiales.
Sí:
Programas de justicia y solidaridad (inmersiones, viajes de servicio, clubes de justicia)Sí (The school lists a Habitat for Humanity campus chapter, and all students complete Christian Service hours. The Habitat chapter is a service group rather than a justice club.)
Fuentes (2)
1. Clubs & Organizations | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/student-life/clubs-organizations · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter Hillzone”
  A Habitat for Humanity campus chapter and Music Ministry are listed among the school's clubs and organizations.
2. Christian Service | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith/christian-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Students will complete 60 service hours cumulatively over their four years at JCA.”
  Students complete 60 Christian Service hours over four years.

Las calificaciones provienen de los indicadores documentados de la rúbrica. “Información insuficiente” no significa que la escuela no lo tenga.

Fortalezas

Four years of theology are required for graduation.
Fuentes (2)
1. Faith | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “four years of religious studies are required”
  Four years of religious studies are required.
2. 2026-2027 Parent-Student Handbook | Joliet Catholic Academyresources.finalsite.net/images/v1789586200/jcaonlineorg/ovlsir1c2r2frc4esjyn/2026-2027Parent-StudentHandbook9-16-26.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “4.00 Credits in Theology”
  The handbook requires 4.00 credits in theology for graduation.
Every student completes 60 hours of Christian Service over four years, and a retreat is required in every grade.
Fuentes (2)
1. Christian Service | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith/christian-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Students will complete 60 service hours cumulatively over their four years at JCA.”
  Students complete 60 Christian Service hours over four years.
2. Faith | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Freshmen, sophomores and juniors are required to participate in an annual day of renewal.”
  Freshmen, sophomores and juniors take an annual day of renewal.
  “As a requirement for graduation, students must participate in one of the following during their senior year”
  Seniors must complete the Kairos retreat or an approved overnight retreat.

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Inicio de la pastoral universitaria

JCA Campus Ministry Office and Chapel

Dirección: 1200 N. Larkin Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435
Ubicación: En el campus
Instalaciones: capilla

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Fuente: jolietcatholicacademy.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, jolietcatholicacademy.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, resources.finalsite.net, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Clubes católicos y vida estudiantil

8 grupos y actividades regulares · 1 en el campus, 0 fuera del campus, 7 sin ubicación publicada

Liturgia y oración 3

Eucharistic celebrations in the school chapelEn el campus
Regular celebrations of the Eucharist take place in the school chapel. All-school Masses are held on Holy Days of Obligation and other special days.
resources.finalsite.net, jolietcatholicacademy.org
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Advent and Lent
Students may receive reconciliation during the holy seasons of Advent and Lent, and at other times on request through the Campus Ministry Office.
jolietcatholicacademy.org
Ministerio de música
Student music ministry listed among the school's clubs and organizations.
jolietcatholicacademy.org

Formación en la fe 1

Daily Prayer & Announcements
Diaria
A daily prayer is published with the school's announcements.
jolietcatholicacademy.org

Retiros 2

Kairos retreat (seniors)
Senior year; Girls Kairos October 6-9, 2026
Kairos retreat offered to seniors. Seniors may instead complete an approved overnight retreat through a parish youth group or the Diocese.
jolietcatholicacademy.org, jolietcatholicacademy.org
Annual day of renewal
Anualmente
Required annual day of renewal for freshmen, sophomores and juniors.
jolietcatholicacademy.org

Servicio 2

Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter
Campus chapter of Habitat for Humanity listed among the school's clubs and organizations.
jolietcatholicacademy.org
Christian Service
Four years; 60 hours required
Required Christian Service program; 60 hours over four years.
jolietcatholicacademy.org

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Pastoral universitaria

JCA Campus Ministry

Fuentes (3)

Campus Ministry | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/faith/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Campus Ministry implements programs that contribute to the spiritual welfare of the entire JCA community”
Campus Ministry runs programs for the school community.
“Campus Ministry implements programs that contribute to the spiritual welfare of the entire JCA community”
Campus Ministry runs programs for the school community.
Contact Us | Joliet Catholic Academyjolietcatholicacademy.org/about/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“1200 N. Larkin Avenue Joliet, IL 60435”
The school's address is 1200 N. Larkin Avenue, Joliet, IL 60435.
2026-2027 Parent-Student Handbook | Joliet Catholic Academyresources.finalsite.net/images/v1789586200/jcaonlineorg/ovlsir1c2r2frc4esjyn/2026-2027Parent-StudentHandbook9-16-26.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“the JCA Chapel has been moved to the former library on campus.”
The JCA Chapel is on campus in the former library.

Comuníquese

Datos de contacto de Dr. Robert Bailey (Campus Minister) and 2 official social and news channels are available to signed-in users.

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Excelencia académica

47 de 100

De datos federales, en escalas fijas publicadas.

Cada medida cuenta con la proporción indicada.

Graduados que van a universidades de cuatro años 75% de la puntuación80%
Estudiantes por maestro 25% de la puntuación15.5 to 1

Las barras muestran puntos en la escala de cada medida. Cómo se calcula la Excelencia académica. Los datos federales sobre escuelas secundarias privadas se limitan a estas dos medidas.

Fuente: NCES Private School Survey (año escolar 2023–24)

Datos de la escuela

Tipo	Escuela católica independiente
Diócesis	Diócesis de Joliet, IL
Grados	9–12
Estudiantes (todos los grados)	598
Estudiantes de los grados 9 a 12	598
Mixta o de un solo sexo	Mixta
Proporción estudiantes-maestro	15.5 to 1
Graduados que van a universidades de 4 años	80%
Entorno	Suburbio

Fuente: archivo de uso público del NCES Private School Survey 23-24 (año escolar 2023–24). La tasa de ingreso a la universidad y la proporción estudiante-maestro alimentan Excelencia académica; nada de aquí cambia las calificaciones de fe.

Iglesia local

Diócesis de Joliet

The see is currently vacant. The Most Reverend Dennis Edward Spies, Apostolic Administrator.

Fuente: diojoliet.org, usccb.org, verificado el 7 oct. 2026.

Acerca de los datos de esta escuela

NCES school ID A9102442
1200 N Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 741-0500
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Preguntas que hacen las familias

Is Joliet Catholic Academy a Catholic high school?: Yes. Joliet Catholic Academy is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Joliet.
What is Joliet Catholic Academy’s Compass Score?: 71 de 100 (calificación B). Combina fe (75%) y académicos (25%), cada uno calificado con fuentes oficiales.

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