Is Salpointe Catholic High School a Catholic high school?

Yes. Salpointe Catholic High School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Tucson. Its sponsor is Carmelites of the Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary.

What is Salpointe Catholic High School’s Compass Score?

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

Where is Mass celebrated at Salpointe Catholic High School?

Mass is listed at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Priory. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Is Salpointe Catholic High School Compass Recommended?

Yes. Salpointe Catholic High School meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

Catholic high school

Salpointe Catholic High School

LocationTucson, AZ
Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 1,305 students
Catholic75% Catholic

Sponsor: Carmelites of the Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary

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Compass Score

Faith 75%Academics 25%

AFaith
94 of 100

CAcademics
69 of 100

Verified Oct. 8, 2026 · How the score works

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Salpointe Catholic is a Carmelite college-preparatory high school in Tucson, opened by the Diocese of Tucson in 1950 and administered by the Carmelites since 1953. The whole school attends Mass monthly, Mass is celebrated each school-day morning, and confession is offered on the last Friday of each month. Students take eight semesters of theology and complete at least 40 service hours; the Kairos retreat is open to juniors and seniors.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 2

Monday–Thursday7:30 AM–8:00 AMOur Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel · School days only; no Mass on all-school Mass days, late-start days or days without school.
Friday7:30 AMOur Lady of Mount Carmel Priory · Per the August 2026 Weekly Peek; school days only.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 8, 2026.

Sources for these times (2)

Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Daily Mass is celebrated in Salpointe’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:00 a.m.”
Daily Mass is in the school's Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel.
Salpointe Weekly Peek - August 28, 2026salpointe.org/news/salpointe-weekly-peek-august-28-2026 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“On Fridays, Mass is celebrated at 7:30 a.m. in the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Priory (no check-in required).”
The Friday morning Mass is celebrated in the Carmelite priory.

Catholic churches nearby

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Saints-Peter-and-Paul Church — 0.9 mi · North Campbell Avenue, Tucson
Saint Frances Cabrini Catholic Church — 1.5 mi · 3201 East Presidio Road, Tucson
Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration — 2.0 mi · 800 North Country Club Road, Tucson
Saint Augustine Cathedral — 2.7 mi · 192 South Stone Avenue, Tucson

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.

Sacramental life

88 of 100 points on what we could document.

Partly:
All-school or class Masses during the school yearMonthly (All-school Masses are held monthly (seven dates are listed for 2026-27) and attendance is expected; each class also has a Mass twice a year.)
Sources (2)
1. Liturgy & Mass Schedule - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/liturgy-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “All-school Masses are held monthly and bring our community together in faith and fellowship. Students are encouraged to participate in Mass as readers, gift-bearers and Eucharistic Ministers.”
  All-school Masses are held monthly, with students serving as readers, gift-bearers and Eucharistic ministers.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Salpointe community celebrates Mass together once a month during the school year. This is an important part of being part of the Salpointe Community, and attendance is expected for all students, faculty and staff.”
  The whole school celebrates Mass monthly and attendance is expected.
  “Specific celebrations include: * Monthly All-School Masses * Biannual All-Class Masses * Daily Morning Mass”
  Liturgies include monthly all-school Masses, twice-yearly class Masses and daily morning Mass.
Yes:
Daily Mass available to students on campusYes (Mass Monday-Friday 7:30-8:00 AM in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel; the August 2026 newsletter says the Friday Mass is in the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Priory. No Mass on all-school Mass days, late-start days or days without school.)
Sources (3)
1. Liturgy & Mass Schedule - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/liturgy-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Daily Mass is celebrated Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:00 a.m. Mass is not offered on all-school Mass days, late-start schedules, or days when school is not in session.”
  Mass is celebrated each weekday morning from 7:30 to 8:00 when school is in session.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Daily Mass is celebrated in Salpointe’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:00 a.m.”
  Daily Mass is in the school's Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel.
3. Salpointe Weekly Peek - August 28, 2026salpointe.org/news/salpointe-weekly-peek-august-28-2026 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “On Fridays, Mass is celebrated at 7:30 a.m. in the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Priory (no check-in required).”
  The Friday morning Mass is celebrated in the Carmelite priory.
Yes:
Confession offered to students during the school yearMonthly or more often (The campus ministry page says Reconciliation is offered on the last Friday school day of every month during both lunches in the chapel. The 2026-27 handbook says the sacrament is available by appointment; the two are compatible, and the campus ministry page is the more specific.)
Sources (2)
1. Campus Ministry - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered to students and faculty/staff on the last Friday school day of every month during both lunches in Salpointe’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel.”
  Confession is offered monthly, on the last Friday school day of each month, during lunch.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available to baptized Catholics by appointment. Please reach out to the Chaplain or Campus Ministry to schedule an appointment.”
  Students can also schedule confession by appointment with the chaplain or Campus Ministry.
Not enough information:
Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Priest chaplain serving the schoolYes (Fr. Roberto Reyes Castillo, O.Carm., a Carmelite priest, is listed on the Campus Ministry team; the handbook refers students to 'the Chaplain' for confession, and Friday Mass is celebrated in the Carmelite priory.)
Sources (3)
1. Campus Ministry - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fr. Roberto Reyes Castillo, O.Carm. Campus Ministry, Theology Carmelite Priest, Teacher”
  A Carmelite priest serves on the Campus Ministry team and teaches theology.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available to baptized Catholics by appointment. Please reach out to the Chaplain or Campus Ministry to schedule an appointment.”
  Students can also schedule confession by appointment with the chaplain or Campus Ministry.
3. Salpointe Weekly Peek - August 28, 2026salpointe.org/news/salpointe-weekly-peek-august-28-2026 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “On Fridays, Mass is celebrated at 7:30 a.m. in the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Priory (no check-in required).”
  The Friday morning Mass is celebrated in the Carmelite priory.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Eight semesters of theology (8 / 2 = four full-year equivalents); the 2026-27 handbook lists 4.0 theology credits, the same as English (4.0). Theology is taken in every grade.)
Sources (2)
1. Campus Ministry - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “All students take eight semesters of theology courses. Theology study informs our faith journeys and is required by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.”
  All students take eight semesters (four years) of theology.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “* English 4.0 Credits * Theology 4.0 Credits * Mathematics 4.0 Credits”
  Graduation requires 4.0 theology credits, the same as English.
Yes:
Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkYes (The academic departments page says the theology courses follow the USCCB's standards. Two course titles match framework titles exactly (Life in Jesus Christ. Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues), and others are close (The Paschal Mystery. Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ. Responding to the Call of Jesus Christ Through Sacraments).)
Sources (2)
1. Academic Departments - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Salpointe’s Theology courses, following the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ standards, help our students expand their knowledge of the Catholic faith and grow as spiritual beings.”
  The theology courses follow the USCCB's standards.
2. Theology - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/academics/academic-departments/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Life in Jesus Christ (Morality) Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ Responding to the Call of Jesus Christ Through Sacraments (Vocations) Sacraments, Mysticism and Mystery Honors Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues”
  Current theology courses include Life in Jesus Christ (Morality), Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ, and Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues.
Yes:
Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (Life in Jesus Christ (Morality) is a grade 11 theology course on moral precepts. Sacraments, Mysticism and Mystery Honors examines Western philosophers alongside Catholic answers course descriptions from the 2025-26 catalog.)
Sources (2)
1. Theology - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/academics/academic-departments/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Life in Jesus Christ (Morality) Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ Responding to the Call of Jesus Christ Through Sacraments (Vocations) Sacraments, Mysticism and Mystery Honors Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues”
  Current theology courses include Life in Jesus Christ (Morality), Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ, and Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Course Catalog 2025salpointe.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/REV1_SCHS-Course-Catalog_2025.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Students learn the moral concepts and precepts that govern the lives of Christ’s disciples.”
  Life in Jesus Christ (Morality) teaches Christian moral principles.
  “With the Sacraments as our foundation, this course will identify those questions, examine the answers posed by famous (and infamous) Western philosophers, and compare and contrast the conclusions posed by Catholic thinkers and the Catholic Church.”
  Sacraments, Mysticism and Mystery Honors compares Western philosophers with Catholic thinkers.
Yes:
Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (The school says Catholic social teaching is emphasized continuously through curriculum and co-curricular activities; the Humanities Program integrates history, art, literature and theology; the philosophy statement calls the school Christ-centered.)
Sources (3)
1. Clubs Activities & Leadership - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/student-life/clubs-activities-leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Catholic social teachings of human dignity, community and the common good, participation and our responsibilities as Catholic citizens of the world are emphasized continuously through curriculum and co-curricular activities.”
  Catholic social teaching is emphasized through the curriculum and co-curricular activities.
2. Academic Departments - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Salpointe’s signature Humanities Program inspires learning using an interdisciplinary, multicultural approach to history, art, literature and theology”
  The Humanities Program integrates theology with history, art and literature.
3. Mission & Values - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/about/mission-values · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Salpointe Catholic High School is Christ-centered and guided by the Carmelite tradition of education in the context of prayer, community and service.”
  The school's philosophy describes its education as Christ-centered and Carmelite.

Campus culture

88 of 100 points on what we could document.

Partly:
RetreatsRetreats for some grades (Kairos (a three-and-a-half- to four-day off-campus retreat) is open to juniors in spring and seniors in fall. The 2026-27 handbook mentions 'underclassmen Days of Encounter' led by student peers; no current page says which grades have a retreat.)
Sources (2)
1. Kairos - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/kairos · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Kairos retreat is open to juniors during spring semester and seniors during fall semester. All students are highly encouraged to take advantage of this scripture-based, growth experience.”
  Kairos is open to juniors (spring) and seniors (fall) and encouraged for all students.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “This is an off-campus, four-day retreat typically held at Redemptorist Renewal Center or the Triangle Y Ranch in Tucson, Arizona.”
  Kairos is an off-campus four-day retreat.
  “* Providing peer leadership for underclassmen Days of Encounter * Supporting Kairos leadership teams (juniors/seniors who have attended Kairos)”
  Underclassmen have Days of Encounter led by student peers.
Yes:
Campus ministry staffTwo or more (The Campus Ministry team lists the Director of Campus Ministry, a Carmelite priest, a Campus Minister/Retreat and Service Coordinator, two deacons and another theology teacher (6 ministry staff), plus an orchestra teacher and an office manager (not counted).)
Sources (2)
1. Campus Ministry - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Christopher Ptak Administration, Campus Ministry, Theology Director of Campus Ministry, Teacher (520) 547-4449”
  Christopher Ptak is Director of Campus Ministry.
  “Fr. Roberto Reyes Castillo, O.Carm. Campus Ministry, Theology Carmelite Priest, Teacher”
  A Carmelite priest serves on the Campus Ministry team and teaches theology.
  “Vanessa Colosimo Gilmore Campus Ministry Campus Ministry, Retreat and Service Coordinator, Campus Minister”
  A campus minister coordinates retreats and service.
  “Deacon Todd Mencke Campus Ministry, Theology Teacher”
  Deacons serve on the Campus Ministry team.
2. Kairos - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/kairos · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Phillip Becker Campus Ministry, Theology Teacher 520-547-9362”
  Phillip Becker is a Campus Ministry and theology teacher.
Yes:
Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (YouCarm (a club built on prayer, community and service), Worship Band, and the Student Team for Campus Ministry (liturgy ministers and retreat peer leaders).)
Sources (3)
1. Clubs Activities & Leadership - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/student-life/clubs-activities-leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Thespian Club YouCarm Worship Band”
  YouCarm and Worship Band are current student clubs.
2. Salpointe Weekly Peek - February 28, 2025salpointe.org/news/salpointe-weekly-peek-february-28-2025 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “What’s YouCarm? It’s Salpointe’s newest (and soon-to-be biggest) club, bringing back the spirit of prayer, community and service—all while having a blast!”
  YouCarm is a club built around prayer, community and service.
3. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Students are invited to join and to take an active role in developing, supporting, and participating in the spiritual ministry of the school.”
  Students can join the Student Team for Campus Ministry.
  “* Participating in and/or planning school liturgies, prayer services/reflections (servers, lectors, Eucharistic ministers)”
  Student ministers serve as altar servers, lectors and Eucharistic ministers.
Yes:
Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes (Each school day begins and ends with a prayer over the PA system, teachers begin class with prayer, and Mass is celebrated each school-day morning.)
Sources (2)
1. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Salpointe begins and ends each school day with a prayer read over the public address system. Campus Ministers or a member of the Student Council leads these prayers. Teachers also begin class with a prayer, at times inviting the students to offer intentions or lead the prayer.”
  Prayer opens and closes each school day, and classes begin with prayer.
2. Liturgy & Mass Schedule - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/liturgy-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Daily Mass is celebrated Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:00 a.m. Mass is not offered on all-school Mass days, late-start schedules, or days when school is not in session.”
  Mass is celebrated each weekday morning from 7:30 to 8:00 when school is in session.

Service and Catholic social teaching

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Required service hours40 or more hours over four years (10 hours each year; 40 hours required to graduate.)
Sources (2)
1. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Students must complete a minimum of 40 service hours during their time at Salpointe in order to graduate.”
  Graduation requires at least 40 service hours.
2. Service Learning - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/community-service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Students are required to complete ten (10) hours of community service each year.”
  Students complete 10 service hours each year.
Yes:
Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes
Sources (3)
1. Salpointe Catholic High School Course Catalog 2025salpointe.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/REV1_SCHS-Course-Catalog_2025.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “LIVING AS A DISCIPLE OF JESUS CHRIST (Catholic Social Teaching) (11) .5 credit This course introduces students to the Church’s social teaching.”
  A grade 11 theology course teaches Catholic social teaching.
2. Theology - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/academics/academic-departments/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Life in Jesus Christ (Morality) Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ Responding to the Call of Jesus Christ Through Sacraments (Vocations) Sacraments, Mysticism and Mystery Honors Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues”
  Current theology courses include Life in Jesus Christ (Morality), Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ, and Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues.
3. Clubs Activities & Leadership - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/student-life/clubs-activities-leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Catholic social teachings of human dignity, community and the common good, participation and our responsibilities as Catholic citizens of the world are emphasized continuously through curriculum and co-curricular activities.”
  Catholic social teaching is emphasized through the curriculum and co-curricular activities.
Not enough information:
Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (The Laudato Si' Committee and Earth Club work for environmental justice; the handbook lists mission trips, Operation Rice Bowl and the Quarter Campaign; the club list includes Kino Teens and Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos.)
Sources (3)
1. Campus Ministry - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Salpointe is dedicated to following Pope Francis’ call to action and works for environmental justice through the faculty/staff/student Laudato Si’ Committee, Earth Club, recycling efforts and green initiatives on campus.”
  A Laudato Si' Committee and the Earth Club work for environmental justice.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “A number of drives are sponsored by different classes and/or student groups throughout the school year that help us put our faith into action, such as Mission Trips, Operation Rice Bowl, and Quarter Campaign.”
  Classes and student groups sponsor mission trips, Operation Rice Bowl and the Quarter Campaign.
3. Clubs Activities & Leadership - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/student-life/clubs-activities-leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Kino Teens Los Lanceros Medical Club Model UN National Honor Society Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos”
  Kino Teens and Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos are current student clubs.

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

Strengths

Mass is celebrated every school-day morning, and the whole school attends Mass monthly.
Sources (2)
1. Liturgy & Mass Schedule - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/liturgy-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Daily Mass is celebrated Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:00 a.m. Mass is not offered on all-school Mass days, late-start schedules, or days when school is not in session.”
  Mass is celebrated each weekday morning from 7:30 to 8:00 when school is in session.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Salpointe community celebrates Mass together once a month during the school year. This is an important part of being part of the Salpointe Community, and attendance is expected for all students, faculty and staff.”
  The whole school celebrates Mass monthly and attendance is expected.
Confession is scheduled monthly during lunch, and a Carmelite priest serves on the Campus Ministry team.
Sources (1)
1. Campus Ministry - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered to students and faculty/staff on the last Friday school day of every month during both lunches in Salpointe’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel.”
  Confession is offered monthly, on the last Friday school day of each month, during lunch.
  “Fr. Roberto Reyes Castillo, O.Carm. Campus Ministry, Theology Carmelite Priest, Teacher”
  A Carmelite priest serves on the Campus Ministry team and teaches theology.
All students take eight semesters of theology, which the school says follow the USCCB's standards and include a Catholic social teaching course.
Sources (3)
1. Campus Ministry - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “All students take eight semesters of theology courses. Theology study informs our faith journeys and is required by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.”
  All students take eight semesters (four years) of theology.
2. Academic Departments - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Salpointe’s Theology courses, following the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ standards, help our students expand their knowledge of the Catholic faith and grow as spiritual beings.”
  The theology courses follow the USCCB's standards.
3. Salpointe Catholic High School Course Catalog 2025salpointe.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/REV1_SCHS-Course-Catalog_2025.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “LIVING AS A DISCIPLE OF JESUS CHRIST (Catholic Social Teaching) (11) .5 credit This course introduces students to the Church’s social teaching.”
  A grade 11 theology course teaches Catholic social teaching.
Graduation requires 40 service hours (10 per year).
Sources (2)
1. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Students must complete a minimum of 40 service hours during their time at Salpointe in order to graduate.”
  Graduation requires at least 40 service hours.
2. Service Learning - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/community-service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Students are required to complete ten (10) hours of community service each year.”
  Students complete 10 service hours each year.

Concerns

Kairos is open to juniors and seniors and encouraged rather than required; no current page says which grades have the underclassmen Days of Encounter.
Sources (2)
1. Kairos - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/kairos · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Kairos retreat is open to juniors during spring semester and seniors during fall semester. All students are highly encouraged to take advantage of this scripture-based, growth experience.”
  Kairos is open to juniors (spring) and seniors (fall) and encouraged for all students.
2. Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “* Providing peer leadership for underclassmen Days of Encounter * Supporting Kairos leadership teams (juniors/seniors who have attended Kairos)”
  Underclassmen have Days of Encounter led by student peers.
No current page mentions Eucharistic adoration.
Sources (1)
1. Liturgy & Mass Schedule - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/liturgy-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Daily Mass is celebrated Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:00 a.m. Mass is not offered on all-school Mass days, late-start schedules, or days when school is not in session.”
  Mass is celebrated each weekday morning from 7:30 to 8:00 when school is in session.

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Campus ministry home

Salpointe Campus Ministry office (Room 602) and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel

Address: 1545 E Copper St., Tucson, AZ 85719
Location: On campus
Facilities: chapel, campus ministry office

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Source: salpointe.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, salpointe.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, docs.google.com, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

18 groups and regular activities · 15 on campus, 3 off campus

Retreats 2

Kairos retreatOff campus
Juniors in spring semester, seniors in fall semester
Three-and-a-half- to four-day retreat, typically at the Redemptorist Renewal Center or Triangle Y Ranch.
salpointe.org, docs.google.com
Days of EncounterOn campus
Retreat days for underclassmen with peer leadership from the Student Team for Campus Ministry.
docs.google.com

Service 5

Service ProgramOff campus
10 hours each year
Required community service, 40 hours by graduation, logged through MobileServe.
docs.google.com, salpointe.org
Mission trips, Operation Rice Bowl and Quarter CampaignOff campus
Drives and trips sponsored by classes and student groups during the school year.
docs.google.com
Laudato Si' Committee and Earth ClubOn campus
Faculty, staff and student committee and club working on care for creation and environmental justice.
salpointe.org
Kino TeensOn campus
Student club listed on the school's club page.
salpointe.org
Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos clubOn campus
Student club listed on the school's club page.
salpointe.org

Faith formation 2

Sophomore Theology with ConfirmationOn campus
2026-27 school year
Sophomore theology section that integrates Confirmation preparation, in partnership with local parishes.
salpointe.org
Vocations prayerOn campus
Campus Ministry prays for alumni who have entered religious life or seminary.
salpointe.org

Clubs and groups 1

YouCarmOn campus
Student club built on the Carmelite values of prayer, community and service.
salpointe.org, salpointe.org

Liturgy and prayer 8

Monthly all-school MassOn campus
Monthly during the school year
The whole school celebrates Mass together; students serve as readers, gift-bearers and Eucharistic ministers.
salpointe.org, docs.google.com
All-class MassesOn campus
Twice a year
Each class has its own Mass twice a year.
docs.google.com
Daily morning MassOn campus
Monday-Friday, 7:30-8:00 AM
Mass in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel (Fridays in the Carmelite priory), open to students, families, alumni and staff.
salpointe.org, docs.google.com, salpointe.org
Monthly ReconciliationOn campus
Last Friday school day of each month, during both lunches
Confession in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel; also available by appointment.
salpointe.org, docs.google.com
Other liturgies and prayer servicesOn campus
Team and club Masses, Rosary prayer services, contemplation and meditation, and Stations of the Cross.
docs.google.com
Daily prayerOn campus
Start and end of each school day
Prayer over the PA system led by campus ministers or Student Council; teachers begin class with prayer.
docs.google.com

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Student Team for Campus MinistryOn campus
Students plan liturgies and prayer services, serve as servers, lectors and Eucharistic ministers, and help lead retreats.
docs.google.com, docs.google.com
Worship BandOn campus
Student club listed on the school's club page.
salpointe.org

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Campus ministry

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Campus Ministry - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Christopher Ptak Administration, Campus Ministry, Theology Director of Campus Ministry, Teacher (520) 547-4449”
Christopher Ptak is Director of Campus Ministry.
“Vanessa Colosimo Gilmore Campus Ministry Campus Ministry, Retreat and Service Coordinator, Campus Minister”
A campus minister coordinates retreats and service.
“Fr. Roberto Reyes Castillo, O.Carm. Campus Ministry, Theology Carmelite Priest, Teacher”
A Carmelite priest serves on the Campus Ministry team and teaches theology.
“Salpointe’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel is peaceful space for prayer and quiet contemplation. The Chapel is open for students and faculty/staff every day from 7:30am to 3:30pm”
The campus chapel is open for prayer from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
History - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/about/history · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“In 1953, the Carmelites of the Most Pure Heart of Mary took over the administration of the school and the Carmelite order continues to lead and inspire our students, parents, alumni, faculty and staff today.”
The Carmelites have administered the school since 1953.
About Salpointe - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/about/about-salpointe · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Salpointe Catholic High School is led by a team of experienced administrators and governed by the Carmelite Board of Members and a diverse volunteer Board of Directors.”
The school is governed by a Carmelite Board of Members and a Board of Directors.
Salpointe Weekly Peek - August 28, 2026salpointe.org/news/salpointe-weekly-peek-august-28-2026 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“On Fridays, Mass is celebrated at 7:30 a.m. in the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Priory (no check-in required).”
The Friday morning Mass is celebrated in the Carmelite priory.
Kairos - Salpointe Catholic High Schoolsalpointe.org/spirituality/kairos · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Questions? Email Phil Becker in Campus Ministry at pbecker@salpointe.org. You can also come to the Campus Ministry office (Room 602) Monday-Friday between 7:30am and 3:30pm.”
The Campus Ministry office is Room 602; Phil Becker handles Kairos questions.
Salpointe Catholic High School Student/Parent Handbook 2026-2027docs.google.com/document/d/1aGj7tgqtVruxwLjxoZtjUDLTWihzPJ23/export?format=txt · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“SALPOINTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 1545 E Copper St. Tucson, AZ 85719”
The school's address.

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Academic Excellence

69 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of score90%
Students per teacher 25% of score14.1 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

Type	Independent Catholic school
Diocese	Diocese of Tucson, AZ
Grades	9–12
Students (all grades)	1,305
Students in grades 9–12	1,305
Coed or single-sex	Coed
Student–teacher ratio	14.1 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges	90%
Setting	City

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 Tucson

The Most Reverend James A. Misko, Bishop of Tucson

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

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NCES school ID 00030942
1545 E Copper St., Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 547-4467
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Is Salpointe Catholic High School a Catholic high school?: Yes. Salpointe Catholic High School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Tucson. Its sponsor is Carmelites of the Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary.
What is Salpointe Catholic High School’s Compass Score?: 88 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at Salpointe Catholic High School?: Mass is listed at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Chapel and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Priory. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is Salpointe Catholic High School Compass Recommended?: Yes. Salpointe Catholic High School meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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