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Catholic high school

St. Monica School

  • LocationMercer Island, WA
  • Type and sizeDiocesan school · Grades PK–12 · 222 students
Official website

St. Monica School on Mercer Island, Washington is a parish school serving preschool through grade 12. Its high school pages describe Mass each Monday, Eucharistic adoration on the first Monday of each month, and a daily spirituality component in the theology course. Theology appears in the core curriculum in all four high school years, and the pastor is listed on the team page.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of St. Monica School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miCatholic church (unnamed in OpenStreetMap): 0.0 mi1St. Monica Catholic Church: 0.0 mi2Saint Madeleine Sophie Catholic Church: 2.6 mi3Saint Edwards Church: 3.0 mi4St. Monica School (parish school; Mass times not published): 0.0 miSt. Monica School (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Catholic church (unnamed in OpenStreetMap) — 0.0 mi
  2. St. Monica Catholic Church — 0.0 mi · 4311 88th Avenue Southeast, Mercer Island
  3. Saint Madeleine Sophie Catholic Church — 2.6 mi · 4400 130th Place Southeast, Bellevue
  4. Saint Edwards Church — 3.0 mi · 4213 South Orcas Street, Seattle

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

85 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 (Mass each Monday for high school students, shown in the course schedule as a first-period Mass for both high school cohorts.)
    Sources (2)
    1. FAQs | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/faqs · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Faith is woven into all aspects of life at St. Monica. In addition to formal theology classes, students attend Mass every Monday, participate in Eucharistic Adoration monthly, and engage in service-learning projects.”
      High school students attend Mass every Monday and take part in monthly Eucharistic adoration.
    2. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “In addition to formal coursework in Catholic theology and spirituality, students participate in the faith life of the larger St. Monica Catholic School by attending Mass each Monday and Eucharistic Adoration on the first Monday of each month.”
      High school students attend Mass each Monday and Eucharistic adoration is held on the first Monday of each month.
  • 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.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredRegularly (monthly or more) (Eucharistic adoration on the first Monday of each month.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “In addition to formal coursework in Catholic theology and spirituality, students participate in the faith life of the larger St. Monica Catholic School by attending Mass each Monday and Eucharistic Adoration on the first Monday of each month.”
      High school students attend Mass each Monday and Eucharistic adoration is held on the first Monday of each month.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (The pastor, Father Kurt Nagel, is listed on the school's team page.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Meet the Team | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/about-us/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Father Kurt Nagel Titles: Pastor”
      Father Kurt Nagel is listed on the school's team page as pastor. He is not named as chaplain.
    2. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “In addition to formal coursework in Catholic theology and spirituality, students participate in the faith life of the larger St. Monica Catholic School by attending Mass each Monday and Eucharistic Adoration on the first Monday of each month.”
      High school students attend Mass each Monday and Eucharistic adoration is held on the first Monday of each month.
N/ATheology and curriculum: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Theology and curriculum

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Theology is in the core curriculum cycle for each of the four high school years; four full years are counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Theology | Pentateuch and Synoptic Gospels; Apostolic and Patristic Theology | Historical Books and the Acts of the Apostles; Medieval Theology | Prophets and Pauline Literature; Modern Theology from the Counter-Reformation to the Enlightenment | Wisdom and Johannine Literature; American Catholicism and Contemporary Theology”
      The high school core curriculum cycle includes theology in each of the four years, grades 9 through 12.
  • 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.
  • 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.
N/ACampus culture: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Campus culture

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    RetreatsRetreats for some grades (Students have a retreat experience. The lower level is recorded.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students additionally have a service-learning component and retreat experience.”
      High school students have a service-learning component and a retreat experience; hours and grades are not stated.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Campus ministry staffNot 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-based student groups or clubsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes (The theology course description states a daily spirituality component. The Monday Mass is part of the school week.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Finally, there will be a daily spirituality component. Students will be introduced to the practice of Ignatian gospel contemplation, the Rosary, and the Jesus Prayer.”
      The theology course description includes a daily spirituality component.
      “In addition to formal coursework in Catholic theology and spirituality, students participate in the faith life of the larger St. Monica Catholic School by attending Mass each Monday and Eucharistic Adoration on the first Monday of each month.”
      High school students attend Mass each Monday and Eucharistic adoration is held on the first Monday of each month.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Required service hoursFewer than 40 hours (A service-learning component is part of the student program.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students additionally have a service-learning component and retreat experience.”
      High school students have a service-learning component and a retreat experience; hours and grades are not stated.
  • 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.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not 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.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Not enough information: not found in official sources.

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

Strengths

  • High school students attend Mass each Monday.
    Sources (2)
    1. FAQs | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/faqs · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Faith is woven into all aspects of life at St. Monica. In addition to formal theology classes, students attend Mass every Monday, participate in Eucharistic Adoration monthly, and engage in service-learning projects.”
      High school students attend Mass every Monday and take part in monthly Eucharistic adoration.
    2. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “In addition to formal coursework in Catholic theology and spirituality, students participate in the faith life of the larger St. Monica Catholic School by attending Mass each Monday and Eucharistic Adoration on the first Monday of each month.”
      High school students attend Mass each Monday and Eucharistic adoration is held on the first Monday of each month.
  • Eucharistic adoration is held on the first Monday of each month.
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “In addition to formal coursework in Catholic theology and spirituality, students participate in the faith life of the larger St. Monica Catholic School by attending Mass each Monday and Eucharistic Adoration on the first Monday of each month.”
      High school students attend Mass each Monday and Eucharistic adoration is held on the first Monday of each month.
  • Theology is part of the core curriculum in all four high school years.
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Theology | Pentateuch and Synoptic Gospels; Apostolic and Patristic Theology | Historical Books and the Acts of the Apostles; Medieval Theology | Prophets and Pauline Literature; Modern Theology from the Counter-Reformation to the Enlightenment | Wisdom and Johannine Literature; American Catholicism and Contemporary Theology”
      The high school core curriculum cycle includes theology in each of the four years, grades 9 through 12.
  • The theology course includes a daily spirituality component.
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Finally, there will be a daily spirituality component. Students will be introduced to the practice of Ignatian gospel contemplation, the Rosary, and the Jesus Prayer.”
      The theology course description includes a daily spirituality component.

Concerns

  • Daily Mass is encouraged at the parish before school rather than offered on campus.
    Sources (1)
    1. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Students and families are encouraged to attend daily Mass at the parish before school Tuesday through Friday.”
      Daily Mass is encouraged at the parish before school, not on campus.

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Campus ministry home

St. Monica School (parish school; Mass times not published)

  • Address: 4320 87th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040
  • Location: On campus

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Source: stmonicasea.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026, stmonicasea.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

6 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 1 off campus, 5 location not published

Other 1

  • Easter in RomeOff campus
    An eight-day trip to Rome led by the high school's Latin and theology instructors, open to grade 10 and up with an approved application and essay.
    stmonicasea.org, stmonicasea.org

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • Mass each Monday
    Mondays
    Mass for high school students each Monday.
    stmonicasea.org, stmonicasea.org
  • Eucharistic adoration
    First Monday of each month
    Eucharistic adoration for students on the first Monday of each month.
    stmonicasea.org

Retreats 1

Service 1

  • Service-learning
    A service-learning component in the student program.
    stmonicasea.org

Social life 1

  • Family gatherings
    Gatherings organized by school parents, including weekly picnics, a pumpkin-carving evening, a Christmas party, service projects and an Easter celebration.
    stmonicasea.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. Curriculum | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/academics/high-school/curriculum · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “In addition to formal coursework in Catholic theology and spirituality, students participate in the faith life of the larger St. Monica Catholic School by attending Mass each Monday and Eucharistic Adoration on the first Monday of each month.”
    High school students attend Mass each Monday and Eucharistic adoration is held on the first Monday of each month.
  2. Home | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “the Classical Curriculum model being offered at the parish school.”
    The school is described as a parish school.
    “the Classical Curriculum model being offered at the parish school.”
    The school is described as a parish school.
  3. Fast Facts & FAQs | St. Monica Catholic Schoolstmonicasea.org/about-us/fast-facts-faqs · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Office 206-232-5432 office@stmonicasea.org 4320 87th Ave SE Mercer Island, WA 98040”
    The school's office phone, email and campus address.

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Academic Excellence

N/AAcademic Excellence: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.
Not enough information
Federal data covers too few of the measures to score this school.

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.Not reported
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.9.7 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
DioceseArchdiocese of Seattle, WA
GradesPK–12
Students (all grades)222
Students in grades 9–1213
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio9.7 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges—
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.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Seattle

The Most Reverend Paul D. Etienne, Archbishop of Seattle

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

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