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Catholic high school

Subiaco Academy

  • LocationSubiaco, AR
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 7–12 · 144 students

All-male

Official website

Subiaco Academy is a Catholic boarding and day school for boys in grades 7 through 12, in Subiaco, Arkansas, that works with the monks of Subiaco Abbey. Its liturgy page lists a Wednesday all-academy Mass, daily Mass and communal prayer with the monks, weekly confession, and Eucharistic adoration. The staff directory names a chaplain and two assistant chaplains. The theology page lists a theology or religion course in each high school year, and each grade has an annual retreat. The school says service hours are required.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Subiaco Academy, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.25 miSt. Benedict's Church: 0.0 mi1Subiaco Academy (campus)N0.1 mi
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  1. St. Benedict's Church — 0.0 mi

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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 liturgy page lists a Wednesday all-academy Mass that unites the school in shared worship.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/liturgy · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Wednesday All-Academy Mass, uniting the school in shared worship”
      The school lists a Wednesday all-academy Mass that unites the school in shared worship.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusYes (Daily Mass is available and celebrated with the monastic community.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/liturgy · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Daily Mass, available and celebrated with our monastic community”
      Daily Mass is available to students and celebrated with the monastic community.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearMonthly or more often (Confession is offered weekly and is available on campus.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/liturgy · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Weekly confessions, available on campus”
      Confession is offered weekly on campus.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredRegularly (monthly or more) (Eucharistic adoration is listed among the daily spiritual practices, in the church open throughout the day.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/liturgy · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Eucharistic Adoration, within the church open throughout the day”
      Eucharistic adoration is offered in the church, which is open throughout the day.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolYes (Fr. Cassian Elkins is named as the school's chaplain. Fr. Reginald Udouj, OSB and Deacon Roy Goetz are named as assistant chaplains.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Staff & Faculty Directory | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/about/staff-faculty-directory · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Cassian Elkins Chaplain, World Languages Faculty”
      Fr. Cassian Elkins is the school's 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 (The theology page lists a course of Scripture, liturgy, philosophy and morality in each high school year, from freshmen to seniors. The graduation credit rule was not read; this is counted as four years as the courses are described.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/theology · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “From middle school to senior year, our students engage deeply with the intellectual tradition of the Church by studying Scripture, theology, liturgy, philosophy, morality, and the Rule of St. Benedict.”
      Students study Scripture, theology, liturgy and morality in each year from middle school through senior year.
  • 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.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (An Introduction to Philosophy course is offered in the sophomore year.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/theology · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “This Introduction to Philosophy helps students discover how faith and reason work together in the pursuit of God”
      An Introduction to Philosophy course is offered in the sophomore year.
  • 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 states that students are encouraged to connect their learning in theology courses and across disciplines to the truths of the Christian faith.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “In our theology courses and across disciplines, students are encouraged to think deeply, ask meaningful questions, and connect their learning to the larger truths of the Christian faith.”
      The school connects faith with learning across the curriculum.
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 (Each grade level takes part in an annual retreat.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Service & Retreats | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/service · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Each grade level participates in an annual retreat that meets students where they are academically, emotionally, and spiritually.”
      Each grade level takes part in an annual retreat.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (Three ministry leaders are named: the chaplain, Fr. Cassian Elkins, and two assistant chaplains, Fr. Reginald Udouj, OSB and Deacon Roy Goetz.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Staff & Faculty Directory | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/about/staff-faculty-directory · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Cassian Elkins Chaplain, World Languages Faculty”
      Fr. Cassian Elkins is the school's chaplain.
      “Fr. Reginald Udouj, OSB”
      Fr. Reginald Udouj, OSB is listed as an assistant chaplain.
      “Deacon Roy Goetz Assistant Chaplain, Fine Arts Department Chair”
      Deacon Roy Goetz is an assistant chaplain.
  • 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 (Communal prayer five times a day is available and celebrated with the monastic community, and Compline is said at the end of each day.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/liturgy · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Communal prayer five times a day, available and celebrated with our monastic community”
      Communal prayer is offered five times a day with the monastic community.
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.

  • 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.
  • 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

  • A named chaplain and two assistant chaplains serve the school.
    Sources (1)
    1. Staff & Faculty Directory | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/about/staff-faculty-directory · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Cassian Elkins Chaplain, World Languages Faculty”
      Fr. Cassian Elkins is the school's chaplain.
      “Deacon Roy Goetz Assistant Chaplain, Fine Arts Department Chair”
      Deacon Roy Goetz is an assistant chaplain.
      “Fr. Reginald Udouj, OSB”
      Fr. Reginald Udouj, OSB is listed as an assistant chaplain.
  • Daily Mass, communal prayer and weekly confession are offered with the monastic community.
    Sources (1)
    1. Liturgy | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/liturgy · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Daily Mass, available and celebrated with our monastic community”
      Daily Mass is available to students and celebrated with the monastic community.
      “Weekly confessions, available on campus”
      Confession is offered weekly on campus.
      “Communal prayer five times a day, available and celebrated with our monastic community”
      Communal prayer is offered five times a day with the monastic community.
  • Each grade takes part in an annual retreat, and a theology course is listed in each high school year.
    Sources (2)
    1. Service & Retreats | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/service · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Each grade level participates in an annual retreat that meets students where they are academically, emotionally, and spiritually.”
      Each grade level takes part in an annual retreat.
    2. Theology | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/theology · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “From middle school to senior year, our students engage deeply with the intellectual tradition of the Church by studying Scripture, theology, liturgy, philosophy, morality, and the Rule of St. Benedict.”
      Students study Scripture, theology, liturgy and morality in each year from middle school through senior year.

Concerns

None recorded.

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Campus ministry home

Spiritual Life, Subiaco Academy

  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: church (open throughout the day for Eucharistic adoration)

Source: academy.subi.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026, academy.subi.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

8 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 0 off campus, 7 location not published

Liturgy and prayer 5

  • Weekly confessionOn campus
    Weekly
    Confession is available on campus each week.
    academy.subi.org
  • Wednesday All-Academy Mass
    Wednesdays
    A school-wide Mass that unites the academy in shared worship.
    academy.subi.org
  • Daily Mass with the monastic community
    Daily Mass available to students, celebrated with the monks.
    academy.subi.org
  • Eucharistic adoration
    Eucharistic adoration in the church, which is open throughout the day.
    academy.subi.org
  • Compline and communal prayer
    Communal prayer five times a day and Compline at the end of the day, led with the monks.
    academy.subi.org, academy.subi.org

Faith formation 1

  • Student-led devotions (rosary, Bible studies, prayer services)
    Devotions led by students through the year, with a student Faith Leader elected each year.
    academy.subi.org, academy.subi.org

Retreats 1

  • Annual grade-level retreats
    An annual retreat for each grade level, led by monks, faculty and spiritual leaders.
    academy.subi.org

Service 1

  • Service projects and volunteering
    Service hours are required; students serve through projects, mentoring and volunteering with local organizations.
    academy.subi.org, academy.subi.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. Staff & Faculty Directory | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/about/staff-faculty-directory · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Fr. Cassian Elkins Chaplain, World Languages Faculty”
    Fr. Cassian Elkins is the school's chaplain.
    “Fr. Cassian Elkins Chaplain, World Languages Faculty”
    Fr. Cassian Elkins is the school's chaplain.
  2. Spiritual Life | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Faith is a way of life on the Hill. Guided by the Rule of St. Benedict and the teachings of the Catholic Church”
    The school describes faith as a way of life guided by the Rule of St. Benedict and Catholic teaching.
  3. Liturgy | Subiaco Academyacademy.subi.org/spirituallife/liturgy · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Weekly confessions, available on campus”
    Confession is offered weekly on campus.

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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.
81 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.5.8 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
DioceseCatholic Diocese of Little Rock, AR
Grades7–12
Students (all grades)144
Students in grades 9–12125
Coed or single-sexAll-male
Student–teacher ratio5.8 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges90%
SettingRural

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

Catholic Diocese of Little Rock

The Most Reverend Anthony B. Taylor, Bishop of Little Rock

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

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Questions families ask

Is Subiaco Academy a Catholic high school?
Yes. Subiaco Academy is a Catholic high school in the Catholic Diocese of Little Rock.
What is Subiaco Academy’s Compass Score?
95 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Is Subiaco Academy Compass Recommended?
Yes. Subiaco Academy meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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