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Marian High School

  • LocationMishawaka, IN
  • Type and sizeDiocesan school · Grades 9–12 · 735 students
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Marian High School is a Catholic college preparatory school in Mishawaka, Indiana. Its published faith life includes a Mass in the chapel each Wednesday during homeroom, whole-school Masses twice a month, reconciliation on Wednesdays and Thursdays at lunch, adoration twice a month, retreats for every grade, and two priest chaplains.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Marian High School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Bavo Catholic Church: 0.6 mi1Saint Joseph Church: 1.0 mi2Saint Monica Church: 1.3 mi3St. Anthony de Padua Roman Catholic Church: 1.7 mi4Saint Matthew Cathedral: 2.0 mi5Marian Pastoral Ministry Office and Chapel: 0.0 miMarian High School (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Bavo Catholic Church — 0.6 mi
  2. Saint Joseph Church — 1.0 mi
  3. Saint Monica Church — 1.3 mi · 222 West Mishawaka Avenue, Mishawaka
  4. St. Anthony de Padua Roman Catholic Church — 1.7 mi
  5. Saint Matthew Cathedral — 2.0 mi · 1701 Miami Street, South Bend

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

BSacramental life: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

75 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearMonthly (The entire school gathers for Mass twice a month, which is at least monthly.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass and Sacramental Schedule | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/massandsacramentalschedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The entire Marian community gathers for Mass in either the BCAC or the Main gym twice a month and on Holy Days of Obligation.”
      The whole school gathers for Mass twice a month and on Holy Days of Obligation.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNo (The Mass schedule lists Wednesday Mass in the chapel, whole-school Masses twice a month, and Holy Days.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass and Sacramental Schedule | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/massandsacramentalschedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Mass is celebrated in the Chapel every Wednesday during homeroom.”
      Mass is celebrated in the chapel each Wednesday during homeroom.
      “The entire Marian community gathers for Mass in either the BCAC or the Main gym twice a month and on Holy Days of Obligation.”
      The whole school gathers for Mass twice a month and on Holy Days of Obligation.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearMonthly or more often (Reconciliation is available weekly, on Wednesdays and Thursdays during lunch periods.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass and Sacramental Schedule | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/massandsacramentalschedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available regularly on Wednesdays and Thursdays during lunch periods.”
      Reconciliation is available on Wednesdays and Thursdays during lunch periods.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredRegularly (monthly or more) (The Blessed Sacrament is exposed for adoration in the chapel twice a month.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass and Sacramental Schedule | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/massandsacramentalschedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Blessed Sacrament is exposed for Adoration in the Chapel twice a month.”
      Eucharistic adoration is held in the chapel twice a month.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolYes (Two priests, Fr. Cameron Cortens C.S.C. and Fr. Andrew Barnes, are listed as chaplains.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Pastoral Ministry Team | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/pastoralministryteam · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Cameron Cortens C.S.C. Chaplain”
      Fr. Cameron Cortens, C.S.C., is listed as a chaplain on the Pastoral Ministry Team.
      “Fr. Andrew Barnes Chaplain”
      Fr. Andrew Barnes is listed as a chaplain on the Pastoral Ministry Team.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Graduates must pass eight semesters of theology. Eight semesters divided by two equals four years, and theology is taken in every grade.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Graduation Requirements | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/academics/graduationrequirements · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students, Catholic and non-Catholic, are required to pass eight semesters of theology”
      All students must pass eight semesters of theology to graduate.
      “Marian graduates are required to pass 8 semesters of theology”
      Theology is 8 semesters for the Marian Diploma, which equals four full years.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (The school's 'The Catholic Difference' statement says its academic and co-curricular programs are anchored in Catholic values. No course-level detail was reviewed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Welcome to Marian | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/aboutus/welcometomarian · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Broad and deep academic and co-curricular programs anchored in Catholic values”
      The school says its academic and co-curricular programs are anchored in Catholic values.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (The school lists a retreat for freshmen (fall), sophomores (Hard as Nails), juniors and seniors (spring).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreats | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Freshman Retreat takes place in the Fall, and is focused on growing together as a family of Marian Knights.”
      The freshman retreat takes place in the fall and concludes with the class's first Mass together.
      “Hard as Nails ministry, under the direction of Justin Fatica, facilities the retreat for Marian sophomores.”
      The sophomore retreat is run by the Hard as Nails ministry.
      “The young men and women of the Junior class once again separate for these days”
      Juniors take part in a retreat that separates the young men and women.
      “The final retreat experience for Marian students takes place in the spring”
      Seniors take part in a spring retreat as the culminating event of their class.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (Two priests are listed as chaplains. The campus ministry leaders also serve in liturgies.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Pastoral Ministry Team | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/pastoralministryteam · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Cameron Cortens C.S.C. Chaplain”
      Fr. Cameron Cortens, C.S.C., is listed as a chaplain on the Pastoral Ministry Team.
      “Fr. Andrew Barnes Chaplain”
      Fr. Andrew Barnes is listed as a chaplain on the Pastoral Ministry Team.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (Campus Ministry Leaders and Knights for Life are both faith-based student groups listed by the school. The Catholic Relief Services club is also listed.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry Leaders | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/campusministryleaders · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “answer Jesus' call to discipleship in their own lives”
      The Campus Ministry Leaders is a faith-based student group whose members serve in liturgies.
    2. Knights For Life | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/knightsforlife · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Knights for Life club promotes the culture of life, gathering to pray and support life at all stages from conception to natural death.”
      Knights for Life is a student club that gathers to pray and promotes a culture of life.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes (The school says the community unites in prayer throughout each school day, including a morning prayer, the Angelus and grace before lunch, and a closing prayer.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass and Sacramental Schedule | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/massandsacramentalschedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The entire Marian community unites in prayer throughout each school day.”
      The school community prays together throughout each school day.
AService and Catholic social teaching: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required service hours40 or more hours over four years (The required minimums are at least 6 hours for freshmen, 10 for sophomores, 12 for juniors and 12 for seniors, which totals at least 40 hours over four years.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Opportunities to Serve | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/opportunitiestoserve · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshmen: 2 different service projects amounting to at least 6 hours”
      Freshmen must complete at least 6 hours of service.
      “Sophomores: 3 service projects / experiences amounting to at least 10 hours”
      Sophomores must complete at least 10 hours of service.
      “Juniors: Minimum of 12 hours per year with at least 8 for a single organization.”
      Juniors must complete at least 12 hours of service per year.
      “Seniors: Minimum of 12 hours per year with at least 8 for a single organization.”
      Seniors must complete at least 12 hours of service per year.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Yes (Knights for Life is a pro-life club that takes part in the annual March for Life.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Knights For Life | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/knightsforlife · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Knights for Life club promotes the culture of life, gathering to pray and support life at all stages from conception to natural death.”
      Knights for Life is a student club that gathers to pray and promotes a culture of life.
      “Each year, members of Knights for Life participate in the annual March for Life as well as other pro-life activities.”
      Knights for Life members take part in the annual March for Life.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (The Catholic Relief Services club carries out the commitment of the bishops to assist the poor and vulnerable around the world.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Catholic Relief Services | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=2705618&type=d&pREC_ID=2287470 · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Catholic Relief Services Club carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable around the world.”
      The Catholic Relief Services club assists the poor and vulnerable around the world.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Two priests are listed as chaplains, and the Pastoral Ministry Office is next to the chapel.
    Sources (1)
    1. Pastoral Ministry Team | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/pastoralministryteam · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Cameron Cortens C.S.C. Chaplain”
      Fr. Cameron Cortens, C.S.C., is listed as a chaplain on the Pastoral Ministry Team.
      “Fr. Andrew Barnes Chaplain”
      Fr. Andrew Barnes is listed as a chaplain on the Pastoral Ministry Team.
      “The Pastoral Ministry Office is located next to the chapel on the second floor.”
      The Pastoral Ministry Office is next to the chapel on the second floor.
  • Theology is required for eight semesters, and the school describes its programs as anchored in Catholic values.
    Sources (2)
    1. Graduation Requirements | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/academics/graduationrequirements · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students, Catholic and non-Catholic, are required to pass eight semesters of theology”
      All students must pass eight semesters of theology to graduate.
    2. Welcome to Marian | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/aboutus/welcometomarian · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Broad and deep academic and co-curricular programs anchored in Catholic values”
      The school says its academic and co-curricular programs are anchored in Catholic values.
  • Required service totals at least 40 hours across the four years.
    Sources (1)
    1. Opportunities to Serve | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/opportunitiestoserve · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshmen: 2 different service projects amounting to at least 6 hours”
      Freshmen must complete at least 6 hours of service.
      “Sophomores: 3 service projects / experiences amounting to at least 10 hours”
      Sophomores must complete at least 10 hours of service.
      “Juniors: Minimum of 12 hours per year with at least 8 for a single organization.”
      Juniors must complete at least 12 hours of service per year.
      “Seniors: Minimum of 12 hours per year with at least 8 for a single organization.”
      Seniors must complete at least 12 hours of service per year.
  • Three faith-based student groups are listed: Campus Ministry Leaders, Knights for Life and the Catholic Relief Services club.
    Sources (3)
    1. Campus Ministry Leaders | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/campusministryleaders · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “answer Jesus' call to discipleship in their own lives”
      The Campus Ministry Leaders is a faith-based student group whose members serve in liturgies.
    2. Knights For Life | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/knightsforlife · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Knights for Life club promotes the culture of life, gathering to pray and support life at all stages from conception to natural death.”
      Knights for Life is a student club that gathers to pray and promotes a culture of life.
    3. Catholic Relief Services | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=2705618&type=d&pREC_ID=2287470 · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Catholic Relief Services Club carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable around the world.”
      The Catholic Relief Services club assists the poor and vulnerable around the world.

Concerns

  • The published Mass schedule lists Wednesday Mass and whole-school Masses twice a month.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass and Sacramental Schedule | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/massandsacramentalschedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Mass is celebrated in the Chapel every Wednesday during homeroom.”
      Mass is celebrated in the chapel each Wednesday during homeroom.
      “The entire Marian community gathers for Mass in either the BCAC or the Main gym twice a month and on Holy Days of Obligation.”
      The whole school gathers for Mass twice a month and on Holy Days of Obligation.

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Campus ministry home

Marian Pastoral Ministry Office and Chapel

  • Address: 1311 S. Logan St., Mishawaka, Indiana 46544
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel, pastoral ministry office, campus ministry office

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Catholic clubs and student life

13 groups and regular activities · 8 on campus, 0 off campus, 5 location not published

Faith formation 1

  • Daily school prayerOn campus
    Each school day: morning prayer, Angelus and grace before lunch, closing prayer
    The school community prays together throughout each school day.
    marianhs.org

Clubs and groups 3

  • Campus Ministry LeadersOn campus
    Tuesdays after school in Room 202
    Student group that serves as ushers, lectors and servers at liturgies and takes part in the Student Leadership Team.
    marianhs.org, marianhs.org
  • Knights For LifeOn campus
    Monthly during homeroom
    Pro-life club that gathers to pray and supports life at all stages; members take part in the annual March for Life.
    marianhs.org, marianhs.org
  • Marian Parents in Prayer
    Parent group that prays for the students and teachers of Marian High School.
    marianhs.org

Liturgy and prayer 4

  • Wednesday Mass in the chapelOn campus
    Wednesdays during homeroom
    Mass celebrated in the second-floor chapel.
    marianhs.org, marianhs.org
  • Whole-school MassOn campus
    Twice a month, and on Holy Days of Obligation
    The entire school gathers for Mass in the BCAC or the Main gym.
    marianhs.org
  • ReconciliationOn campus
    Wednesdays and Thursdays during lunch periods
    Sacrament of Reconciliation available regularly at lunch.
    marianhs.org
  • Adoration in the chapelOn campus
    Twice a month
    The Blessed Sacrament is exposed in the chapel; students are encouraged to pray during lunches and theology classes.
    marianhs.org

Service 1

  • Catholic Relief Services ClubOn campus
    Club that assists the poor and vulnerable around the world, meeting in the Campus Ministry Office.
    marianhs.org

Retreats 4

  • Freshman Retreat
    Fall
    Retreat for freshmen that concludes with the class's first Mass together.
    marianhs.org
  • Sophomore Retreat (Hard as Nails)
    Retreat for sophomores led by the Hard as Nails ministry, held on separate days for boys and girls.
    marianhs.org
  • Junior Retreat
    Retreat for juniors, held on separate days for young men and young women.
    marianhs.org
  • Senior Retreat
    Spring
    Culminating retreat for seniors.
    marianhs.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (3)
  1. Pastoral Ministry Team | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/pastoralministryteam · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Fr. Cameron Cortens C.S.C. Chaplain”
    Fr. Cameron Cortens, C.S.C., is listed as a chaplain on the Pastoral Ministry Team.
    “The Pastoral Ministry Office is located next to the chapel on the second floor.”
    The Pastoral Ministry Office is next to the chapel on the second floor.
    “The Pastoral Ministry Office is located next to the chapel on the second floor.”
    The Pastoral Ministry Office is next to the chapel on the second floor.
  2. Mass and Sacramental Schedule | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/ourfaith/massandsacramentalschedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “The chapel located on the second floor of the school provides a beautiful space for liturgy, prayer, and reflection.”
    The chapel on the second floor is used for liturgy, prayer and reflection.
  3. Connect With Us | Marian High Schoolmarianhs.org/apps/pages/aboutus/connectwithus · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “1311 S. Logan St. Mishawaka, Indiana 46544”
    The school's address is 1311 S. Logan St., Mishawaka, Indiana 46544.

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Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
70 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.90%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.13.4 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeDiocesan school
DioceseDiocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, IN
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)735
Students in grades 9–12735
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio13.4 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges90%
SettingCity

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend

The Most Reverend Kevin C. Rhoades, Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: diocesefwsb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Is Marian High School a Catholic high school?
Yes. Marian High School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
What is Marian High School’s Compass Score?
88 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Is Marian High School Compass Recommended?
Yes. Marian High School meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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