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Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School

  • LocationCoraopolis, PA
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 335 students
  • SponsorFelician Sisters
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Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School is a Catholic high school in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, sponsored by the Felician Sisters. The school's pages describe a weekly all-school Mass, weekly confession and adoration in the OLSH Chapel with a named chaplain, four years of required theology, and retreats for every grade from nine through twelve.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Joseph's Roman Catholic Church: 1.0 mi1Saint Mary Church: 2.5 mi2Saint James Catholic Church Convent: 2.9 mi3Saint James Catholic Church: 2.9 mi4OLSH Chapel and campus ministry: 0.1 miOur Lady of the Sacred Heart High School (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Joseph's Roman Catholic Church — 1.0 mi · 1301 5th Avenue, Coraopolis
  2. Saint Mary Church — 2.5 mi · 444 Glenfield Road, Sewickley
  3. Saint James Catholic Church Convent — 2.9 mi
  4. Saint James Catholic Church — 2.9 mi · 200 Walnut Street

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.

ASacramental life: 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.

Sacramental life

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearWeekly (The school says the whole school community celebrates Mass together once a week.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Liturgy & Prayer | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/celebratingfaith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The school celebrates Mass together once a week as an entire community, with most liturgies celebrated by the OLSH Chaplain”
      The whole school celebrates Mass together weekly, usually led by the OLSH Chaplain.
    2. Theology | Academic Departments | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/Theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The entire school community celebrates Mass together at least once a week”
      The whole school community celebrates Mass weekly.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearMonthly or more often (Students receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation weekly with the chaplain, and weekly confession is listed on the theology department page.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Students have the opportunity to attend Adoration and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation weekly with the OLSH Chaplain.”
      Students may attend adoration and confession weekly with the chaplain.
    2. Theology | Academic Departments | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/Theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Students are provided the opportunity for weekly confession and adoration in the OLSH Chapel.”
      Weekly confession and adoration are offered in the OLSH Chapel.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredRegularly (monthly or more) (Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is offered each week, in the OLSH Chapel per the theology department page.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Dedication to the Eucharist | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/Eucharist · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “students have the opportunity for adoration of the Blessed Sacrament each week”
      Students may attend adoration each week.
    2. Theology | Academic Departments | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/Theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Students are provided the opportunity for weekly confession and adoration in the OLSH Chapel.”
      Weekly confession and adoration are offered in the OLSH Chapel.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolYes (Fr. Bill Dorner is listed as the school's Chaplain, and the chaplain celebrates most school liturgies.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Bill Dorner Chaplain chaplain@olsh.org”
      Fr. Bill Dorner is listed as the school's Chaplain.
    2. Liturgy & Prayer | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/celebratingfaith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The school celebrates Mass together once a week as an entire community, with most liturgies celebrated by the OLSH Chaplain”
      The whole school celebrates Mass together weekly, usually led by the OLSH Chaplain.
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 (Four years of theology (Theology I through Theology IV, with honors options) are required to graduate; theology is taken in every grade.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students are required to complete 4 years of Theology classes to graduate”
      Four years of theology are required for graduation.
    2. Theology | Academic Departments | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/Theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Theology I Theology II Theology III Honors Theology III Theology IV Honors Theology IV”
      The theology department offers Theology I through IV, with honors options.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkYes (The school says its theology curriculum adheres to the Catholic Bishops Framework for Catholic Education. The pages use that wording rather than the USCCB title.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Theology curriculum adheres to the Catholic Bishops Framework for Catholic Education.”
      The school says its theology curriculum follows the Catholic Bishops Framework for Catholic Education.
  • 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.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
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 (Freshmen and sophomores attend MicRho, freshmen attend an on-campus class retreat, juniors and seniors attend Chi Rho, and each class has its own retreat.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Freshman class attends an on-campus retreat where they participate in activities to get to know their classmates.”
      Freshmen attend an on-campus class retreat.
      “MicRho is an annual retreat for freshmen and sophomores focused on fellowship, fun, and spiritual growth.”
      Freshmen and sophomores have an annual retreat.
      “Chi Rho is an annual retreat for juniors and seniors.”
      Juniors and seniors have an annual retreat.
      “The Junior class visits a local seminary for a day-long retreat focused on vocations.”
      Juniors attend a day-long vocations retreat at a seminary.
      “The Senior class attend an opening retreat during the first week of the year”
      Seniors attend an opening retreat at the start of the year.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (The staff directory lists a chaplain, a campus minister and a director of mission integration.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Bill Dorner Chaplain chaplain@olsh.org”
      Fr. Bill Dorner is listed as the school's Chaplain.
      “Caitlin Snatchko Theology Teacher, Campus Minister”
      Caitlin Snatchko is listed as Campus Minister.
      “Philip McCarren Director of Mission Integration & Catholic Identity, Theology Teacher”
      Philip McCarren is listed as Director of Mission Integration and Catholic Identity.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (Listed faith-based groups include the Pro-Life Club, the Rosary Club, Gathered and Sent (liturgical planning) and the Campus Ministry/Retreat Support Team.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs & Activities | Student Life | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/studentactivities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Support pro-life activities and initiatives with this club”
      The school lists a Pro-Life Club.
      “Create hand-made rosaries in this activity”
      The school lists a Rosary Club.
      “Help to plan school liturgies and other faith-related activities”
      Gathered and Sent helps plan school liturgies.
      “Help to plan and support retreat experiences and grow in your faith!”
      The Campus Ministry/Retreat Support Team helps plan retreats.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes (Students begin and end each school day with prayer and pray the Angelus at noon.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy & Prayer | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/celebratingfaith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Students begin and end each school day with prayer and gather to pray the Angelus at noon.”
      Students pray at the start and end of 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.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required service hoursNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes (Catholic Social Teaching is one of the yearly topics in the theology courses.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Yearly topics include the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, The Mission of the Church, the Sacraments, Catholic Social Teaching, and more.”
      Catholic Social Teaching is a yearly topic in theology classes.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Yes (The school has taken part in the March for Life in Washington, D.C. annually, and it has a Pro-Life Club.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “OLSH has participated annually in the March for Life in Washington D.C. since the”
      The school takes part in the March for Life each year.
    2. Clubs & Activities | Student Life | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/studentactivities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Support pro-life activities and initiatives with this club”
      The school lists a Pro-Life Club.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (Programs include Serving Where Needed (off-campus service), Our Lady's Pantry, and the Love Walk for the Poor, which the school lists under its solidarity with people in need.)
    Sources (4)
    1. Clubs & Activities | Student Life | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/studentactivities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This service club will spend its monthly meeting time doing service off campus with local organizations”
      Serving Where Needed does service off campus with local organizations.
    2. Values in Action | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/valuesinaction · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “in-house emergency food pantry that has been helping to serve the hungry of the community for over 40 years”
      The school runs an emergency food pantry that serves the community.
    3. Mission and Vision | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/mission · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Solidarity with People in Need - Ensuring the needs of the poor and vulnerable are met through advocacy and action”
      Solidarity with people in need is one of the school's Felician Core Values.
    4. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Since 1990, students and faculty at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School have honored the legacy of Felician Sr. Louise Marie Olsofka by participating in the Love Walk for the Poor.”
      Students and faculty take part in the annual Love Walk for the Poor.

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

Strengths

  • The whole school celebrates Mass together weekly, with a named chaplain, and weekly confession and adoration are offered in the chapel.
    Sources (3)
    1. Liturgy & Prayer | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/celebratingfaith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The school celebrates Mass together once a week as an entire community, with most liturgies celebrated by the OLSH Chaplain”
      The whole school celebrates Mass together weekly, usually led by the OLSH Chaplain.
    2. Faculty & Staff | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Bill Dorner Chaplain chaplain@olsh.org”
      Fr. Bill Dorner is listed as the school's Chaplain.
    3. Theology | Academic Departments | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/Theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Students are provided the opportunity for weekly confession and adoration in the OLSH Chapel.”
      Weekly confession and adoration are offered in the OLSH Chapel.
  • Four years of theology are required for graduation, and the school says its theology curriculum follows the Catholic Bishops Framework for Catholic Education.
    Sources (1)
    1. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students are required to complete 4 years of Theology classes to graduate”
      Four years of theology are required for graduation.
      “The Theology curriculum adheres to the Catholic Bishops Framework for Catholic Education.”
      The school says its theology curriculum follows the Catholic Bishops Framework for Catholic Education.
  • Retreats are offered for every grade from nine through twelve.
    Sources (1)
    1. Formation & Retreats | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Freshman class attends an on-campus retreat where they participate in activities to get to know their classmates.”
      Freshmen attend an on-campus class retreat.
      “MicRho is an annual retreat for freshmen and sophomores focused on fellowship, fun, and spiritual growth.”
      Freshmen and sophomores have an annual retreat.
      “Chi Rho is an annual retreat for juniors and seniors.”
      Juniors and seniors have an annual retreat.

Concerns

  • The published Mass is weekly.
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy & Prayer | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/celebratingfaith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The school celebrates Mass together once a week as an entire community, with most liturgies celebrated by the OLSH Chaplain”
      The whole school celebrates Mass together weekly, usually led by the OLSH Chaplain.

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Campus ministry home

OLSH Chapel and campus ministry

  • Address: 1504 Woodcrest Ave, Coraopolis, PA 15108
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel

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Source: olsh.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, olsh.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

21 groups and regular activities · 5 on campus, 5 off campus, 11 location not published

Retreats 7

  • Junior vocations retreatOff campus
    Junior year
    A day-long retreat at a local seminary focused on vocations.
    olsh.org
  • Seeds of HopeOff campus
    Summer
    A week-long summer retreat in Holly, Michigan, for sophomore and junior girls from Felician-sponsored schools.
    olsh.org
  • Franciscan University of Steubenville Summer ConferenceOff campus
    A four-day retreat and conference at Steubenville University.
    olsh.org
  • Freshman class retreatOn campus
    An on-campus retreat for freshmen to get to know their classmates.
    olsh.org
  • MicRho
    Annual
    An annual retreat for freshmen and sophomores with prayer, adoration and fellowship.
    olsh.org
  • Senior opening retreat
    First week of the school year
    Seniors are encouraged to become the spiritual leaders of the school.
    olsh.org
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  • Chi Rho
    Annual
    A four-day overnight retreat for juniors and seniors, modeled on Kairos.
    olsh.org

Service 4

  • March for Life tripOff campus
    January
    Students and faculty travel to Washington, D.C., for the March for Life.
    olsh.org
  • Serving Where NeededOff campus
    Monthly meetings
    A service club that does service off campus with local organizations.
    olsh.org
  • Our Lady's PantryOn campus
    The school's in-house emergency food pantry, supported by donations from the school community.
    olsh.org
  • Love Walk for the Poor
    Sunday closest to Valentine's Day
    An annual walk in honor of Felician Sr. Louise Marie Olsofka, with donations brought to the poor.
    olsh.org

Faith formation 3

  • Adoration and Confession with the ChaplainOn campus
    Weekly
    Students may attend adoration and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation weekly with the chaplain.
    olsh.org, olsh.org
  • Spiritual direction with the Chaplain
    Students may meet the chaplain individually or in groups for spiritual direction and prayer.
    olsh.org
  • Campus Ministry/Retreat Support Team
    Helps plan and support retreats and grow in faith.
    olsh.org

Liturgy and prayer 5

  • Eucharistic Procession and AdorationOn campus
    Each September
    A campus-wide procession with adoration and Benediction opens the school year.
    olsh.org
  • Blessing of Student AthletesOn campus
    Start of each sports season
    A liturgy in the OLSH Chapel that blesses student-athletes.
    olsh.org
  • Chapel Choir
    Students sing or play at school Masses.
    olsh.org
  • Gathered and Sent (liturgical planning)
    Helps plan school liturgies and other faith-related activities.
    olsh.org
  • Eastern Catholic Rite liturgy for sophomores
    Sophomores attend an Eastern Catholic Rite liturgy followed by reflection with clergy and leaders.
    olsh.org

Clubs and groups 2

  • Pro-Life Club
    Supports pro-life activities and initiatives.
    olsh.org
  • Rosary Club
    Students make hand-made rosaries.
    olsh.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. Liturgy & Prayer | Faith | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/pages/celebratingfaith · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “The school celebrates Mass together once a week as an entire community, with most liturgies celebrated by the OLSH Chaplain”
    The whole school celebrates Mass together weekly, usually led by the OLSH Chaplain.
    “The chapel is also open to students at any time for personal prayer and reflection”
    The OLSH Chapel is open to students for prayer.
  2. Faculty & Staff | Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org/apps/staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Fr. Bill Dorner Chaplain chaplain@olsh.org”
    Fr. Bill Dorner is listed as the school's Chaplain.
    “Caitlin Snatchko Theology Teacher, Campus Minister”
    Caitlin Snatchko is listed as Campus Minister.
  3. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High Schoololsh.org · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “1504 Woodcrest Ave, Coraopolis, PA 15108”
    The school's address is 1504 Woodcrest Avenue, Coraopolis, PA 15108.

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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.
82 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.94%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.11.3 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

TypeIndependent Catholic school
DioceseDiocese of Pittsburgh, PA
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)335
Students in grades 9–12335
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio11.3 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges94%
SettingSuburb

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.

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Local Church

Diocese of Pittsburgh

The Most Reverend Mark Eckman, Bishop of Pittsburgh

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

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Questions families ask

Is Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School a Catholic high school?
Yes. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Its sponsor is Felician Sisters.
What is Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School’s Compass Score?
96 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Is Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School Compass Recommended?
Yes. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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