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St. Edward High School

United States, Lakewood

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $21,150
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 925
Type Boys School
Opened 1949
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Latin, Spanish
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

St. Edward High School is an all-boys Catholic college-preparatory high school located at 13500 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, Ohio. The school offers International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) alongside AP courses, with the IB framework woven into curriculum from early grades. As an IB World School since 2012, the program emphasizes global understanding and servant leadership, and approximately 50 seniors earn the IB Diploma each year. Languages offered include French, Latin, and Spanish. The campus houses Lowe Institute for Innovation, which includes Ken Layden Center for Entrepreneurial Solutions, H.C.S. Foundation Center for Engineering, and Keehan Family Center for Advanced Sciences, with laboratories for prototyping, filmmaking, and photography. Distinctive facilities include Michael T. George '21 Student Success Center and Holy Family Chapel. A range of extracurriculars—from STEM clubs to performing arts and service groups—are supported by spaces such as Student Life Center and Palisin Commons. The campus includes classrooms and studios.

13500 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107

The Essentials

St. Edward High School has 925 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location
13500 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, United States

Stages
Grades 9–12; high school for boys. International Baccalaureate World School.

Type
All-boys Catholic high school

Additional learning support
Learning support is offered for students with learning differences, including those with IEPs or 504 plans. Accommodations such as extra time on tests, preferential seating, text read aloud, and digital tools are available. Intervention includes a tutoring lab, the Supported Study period, executive-function coaching, and programs like St. Andre Scholars; St. Edward is an approved provider of the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship and the Autism Scholarship.

Country affiliation
United States

Religious affiliation
Catholic (Holy Cross tradition)

School day structure
Enrichment Period at start of day; five rotating 60-minute class periods; Community Period for lunch, activities, or gatherings.

Bus service
St. Edward does not provide bus transportation; families arrange carpools or other means; a carpool directory is available after enrollment.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Standard dress code includes a button-down dress shirt, necktie, and khaki or other solid-colored dress pants; shirts must be tucked in and belts worn. Hair must be neat and facial hair is not permitted. In warmer months, a St. Edward-branded polo shirt may replace the dress shirt and tie, and in colder months a St. Edward-branded crewneck sweatshirt may be worn over the dress shirt and tie.

Food Options
The Commons is the school's main entrance, dining hall, and gathering area. The Sean Hennessy Dining Hall and the Rini Servery provide meals and snacks throughout the day.

House System
St. Edward uses a House System that organizes students and staff into six Houses—Chvala, Everett, Geiger, Krupp, Meyer, and Nettleton—across all grades to foster relationships, service, leadership, and belonging.

Governance and Ownership
The school is sponsored by the Brothers of Holy Cross and is governed by the Board of Trustees; the President is KC McKenna '00.
Fees

Annual tuition at St. Edward High School ranges from USD 21,150 for 2026/27.

Application fee
- No application fee amount is published in the school's public admissions materials for incoming students. Families use the school's online application/Family Portal to apply.

Tuition (2026–27 academic year)
- Annual tuition: USD 21,150 (2026–27).
- Additional mandatory Student Life Fee: USD 750 per year.
- Tuition is presented as an annual charge; a per-term or per-semester breakdown is not published in the school's publicly available tuition materials.

Tuition by year group (grades 9–12)
- The published tuition amount applies to the high-school grades served (grades 9–12); a separate tuition rate by individual grade level is not published. Annual tuition: USD 21,150; Student Life Fee: USD 750.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school uses an online Family Portal for family account access and administrative interactions. Specific published billing schedules (for example: billed annually, billed by semester, or installment plan schedules) are not shown in the publicly available tuition pages. Families work with the Business Office and the Family Portal for payment arrangements.
- FACTS is used by the school for financial-aid assessment and is referenced in the school's tuition and scholarship process. Families complete FACTS financial forms for need-based assessment. FACTS is commonly used by schools to support payment plan administration; FACTS is referenced on the school's tuition/scholarship pages.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not offered as a residential program; St. Edward operates as a day high school with students commuting from many communities. No boarding or dormitory fees are published.

Other costs and typical additional fees
- Student Life Fee (mandatory): USD 750 per year (listed separately from tuition).
- Uniform / dress code items: The standard dress code requires button-down dress shirt, necktie, and khaki or solid-colored dress pants; St. Edward–branded polos and crewneck sweatshirts are permitted at specified times. Uniform and St. Edward branded apparel are available through the school's Green & Gold Shop; specific uniform pricing is set by the vendor. Expect to budget for shirts, ties, dress pants, and school-branded polos/sweatshirts.
- Testing / admissions exam: Applicants are required to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT); test dates and scholarship implications are published, but a specific HSPT registration fee amount is not published on the school's public pages.
- Activity, athletics, arts, and elective fees: The school publishes a range of co-curricular programs and an active athletics/performing-arts program; applicable participation fees, ensemble fees, or activity charges may apply but are not itemized in the main tuition/scholarship page.
- Bookstore and merchandise purchases (books, spiritwear, other items) are charged through the school store; purchases and shipping/tax rules apply per the school's terms. Refunds for bookstore orders are addressed in the school's Terms of Use.

Refund information
- The school's Terms of Use include refund language for online product orders (for example, bookstore orders) and state refunds for canceled merchandise orders will be returned in the original form of payment. No publicly posted, line-item tuition refund schedule (for example, pro rata refunds after withdrawal on specific dates) is published on the school's general tuition/scholarship pages. Families are directed to work with the Business Office for account adjustments and questions.

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods for payments and donations include check and major credit cards; online payment capability is supported through the school's online systems and Family Portal. The school's Terms of Use reference credit-card processing for online transactions. Donation/event payment forms on file show check and credit-card options. Families arrange tuition payments through the Family Portal/Business Office.

Scholarships, state vouchers, and financial aid that affect net fees
- Every student is eligible for a State of Ohio scholarship program; the school lists multiple state scholarships (EdChoice, Cleveland Scholarship, Autism Scholarship, Jon Peterson, etc.) that can reduce net tuition.
- Merit scholarship tiers based on HSPT score (published renewable amounts):
- National percentile 97–99: USD 6,000
- 96: USD 5,000
- 93–95: USD 3,000
- 90–92: USD 1,000
These merit scholarships are renewable annually with academic requirements.
- St. Edward also offers Holy Cross Scholarships, Legacy Scholarships (USD 500), Music Scholarships (USD 1,500), and numerous named endowed scholarships; award criteria and application deadlines are published.

Key administrative dates (affecting financial aid and scholarship estimates)
- Deadline to submit Scholarship Application and FACTS Financial Aid Application for Class of 2031 consideration: November 13, 2026 (families submitting by this deadline receive personalized tuition estimates in December).

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What I checked and what was not publicly itemized:
- The school publishes the annual tuition (USD 21,150 for 2026–27) and the mandatory Student Life Fee (USD 750), plus scholarship and state-voucher programs.
- The school's public pages do not publish a detailed per-term or per-semester tuition breakdown, a specific application fee amount, a published tuition refund-by-date schedule, or an itemized list of routine ancillary fees (exact uniform price list, per-activity charges, or explicit installment billing calendar). For those items families work directly with the Admissions or Business Office and the Family Portal.
Academics

St. Edward High School teaches IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Official IB coursework begins in grade 11, and the IB framework is woven into the curriculum from early grades. As an IB World School, the curriculum emphasizes adaptability, global understanding, and servant leadership. Approximately 50 seniors earn the IB Diploma each year. Languages offered include French, Latin, and Spanish.

Student Teacher Ratio
The student–teacher ratio is 10:1. The faculty comprises 65 teachers and enrollment is about 970 students.

Exam Results
IB Diploma results for the Class of 2023 include 36 Diploma recipients; 206 students sat for 569 IB exams; SEHS IB Diploma Pass Rate is 92.3% and the average IB Diploma score is 29 (with an average grade of 4.7 for passing diplomas). In May 2023, 149 students sat for 387 Advanced Placement exams across 8 subjects, with 47% scoring 3 or higher.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates matriculate to a broad mix of colleges and universities across the United States and abroad. Notable destinations include Brown University, Princeton University, University of Virginia, The Ohio State University, University of Michigan, University of Chicago, Case Western Reserve University, John Carroll University, Fordham University, University of Pittsburgh, Trinity College Dublin, Trinity University, University of Tampa, and St. Edward's University.

Gifted and Talented
St. Andre Scholars program welcomes Edsmen with moderate intellectual or developmental disabilities; the program serves about 20 scholars in total, with an average of five students admitted each year. The program provides intensive academic and life-skills programming and integrated involvement in electives, campus life, and athletics.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides counseling services to support academic, social, and personal success. The learning support program includes specially designed instruction and accommodations for students with learning differences, including support for IEPs and 504 plans. A school psychologist conducts academic, emotional, and functional assessments. The St. Andre Scholars program welcomes Edsmen with moderate cognitive disabilities into each freshman class, with specialized academic and life-skills programming. The House System fosters relationships, empathy, and leadership across grade levels. The school emphasizes a diverse, inclusive community and service-learning experiences as part of student growth.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
St. Edward provides resources to support students with learning differences, including those with IEPs, 504 plans, or other accommodations. The school uses a full-inclusion approach, placing students with mild to moderate needs in general education courses with targeted supports. Intervention specialists lead small-group sessions during Supported Study offering instruction in math, reading, writing, organization, and social skills, plus speech and language services. A tutoring lab offers before and after school homework help staffed by teachers. An executive function coach helps students develop study skills, time management, and organization. The St. Andre Scholars program welcomes students with moderate cognitive disabilities into each freshman class, with specialized academic and life-skills programming.

Mental Wellbeing
Counseling services support students' mental health and personal development, with school counselors promoting academic, social, and personal well-being. The Dean of Student Services oversees student support across counseling and learning services. The St. Andre Scholars program provides targeted supports that foster emotional resilience and life skills. The House System and service-learning initiatives promote belonging and social connectedness, contributing to well-being. The IB Learner Profile emphasizes balancing intellectual, physical, and emotional dimensions to achieve well-being.

Safeguarding
The school maintains a privacy policy and terms of use for data protection and site safety. The school states equal educational opportunity and non-discrimination in admissions, and includes policies governing health and safety, including a medication policy. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion emphasizes dignity for all individuals, including those of different languages, abilities, and backgrounds. The school has digital safety guidance for students, including resources on navigating online environments.
Parent Experience

History
St. Edward High School was founded in 1949 by the Brothers of Holy Cross in Lakewood, Ohio. It opened with 105 freshmen, moved to the current campus at 13500 Detroit Avenue in 1951, and graduated its first class in 1953. The Eagles nickname was adopted in 1950, and the campus underwent ongoing expansions over the decades. It became an International Baccalaureate World School in 2012 and has offered IB courses since; the school was named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 1996 and again in 2016. The 2018 mission statement was revised to emphasize Holy Cross identity, and recent campus additions include the Palisin Commons (2020) and the Michael T. George '21 Student Success Center (2023); the school celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2024.

Community
The school describes its community as diverse and welcoming to young men of all faiths and backgrounds. It uses a House System to build belonging across grades and offers extensive clubs and extracurriculars, Performing Arts, International Travel, and a Campus Farm as part of student life. Faith formation is integrated through morning prayer, Mass, retreats, and Holy Cross community life in the Holy Cross tradition. Community events include the All-Community Homecoming Picnic, Grade 8 Family Open House, and Reunion Weekend; families may express interest, take a tour, or shadow a student.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Commons is the school's main entrance, dining hall, and gathering area. The Sean Hennessy '75 Dining Hall, the Timothy Patton '77 Family Mezzanine, and the Timothy McCormick '58 Family Courtyard are central spaces for students before, during, and after school. The Rini Servery provides snacks throughout the day. The Jack Kahl Student Life and Leadership Center houses administration offices, classrooms, and spaces for Campus Ministry, College Counseling, International Programs, and more. The Lowe Institute for Innovation includes the Ken Layden '80 Center for Entrepreneurial Solutions, the H.C.S. Foundation Center for Engineering, and the Keehan Family Center for Advanced Sciences, with state‑of‑the‑art labs and dedicated spaces for filmmaking and photography. The Holy Family Chapel and St. Joseph Courtyard reflect Holy Cross heritage and provide spaces for reflection.

Sports Facilities
The Main Gymnasium is the venue for major sporting events, rallies, and all‑school Masses, and it recently underwent remodeling to include a new floor, two video scoreboards, improved lighting and sound, and banners. The Jack Kelly '54 Gymnasium Lobby is a highly trafficked space outside the gym. The Student Activity Center is a multipurpose facility with an auxiliary gym, weight room, Baseball Lab with batting cages, and Hall of Fame Hallway. The Wrestling Room preserves a long tradition of state championships and serves as a home for the program. Br. James Everett, C.S.C. Stadium is the home for football, lacrosse, rugby, soccer, and track, with stadium lighting and a concession stand.

Academic Facilities
The Lowe Institute for Innovation houses the Ken Layden '80 Center for Entrepreneurial Solutions, with collaborative workspaces, classrooms, and meeting rooms. The H.C.S. Foundation Center for Engineering provides manufacturing and fabrication labs for prototyping and testing ideas. The Keehan Family Center for Advanced Sciences includes state‑of‑the‑art science labs and two classrooms dedicated to filmmaking and photography. The Michael T. George '21 Student Success Center offers tutoring labs, learning labs, and counseling offices to support students and houses the St. Andre Scholars program.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Campus Farm (FarmSTED) includes a garden and chicken coop, plus a honeybee colony tended by the Beekeeping Club for charitable distribution and hands‑on learning. The Student Activity Center supports extracurriculars with an auxiliary gym, weight room, a Baseball Lab, and a Hall of Fame Hallway. The Wrestling Room embodies a long tradition of championships and serves current athletes. The Br. James Everett Stadium hosts football, lacrosse, rugby, soccer, and track, with lighting and a concession stand. The Main Gym hosts events and gatherings that foster school community, including the Wings Auction fundraising tradition.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Academic Challenge: Students compete against other schools in subjects including history, science, math, arts, and literature. Engineering Club: Students work with engineering teachers to explore the industry and apply practical skills through hands-on activities. Robotics Team: Students design and build robots for competitions. Science Olympiad: Students compete in scientific disciplines ranging from genetics to mechanical engineering.

Arts & Creative
Edwardian Players (Drama Club): Students perform in the fall play and spring musical. Flight Magazine: The magazine publishes students' creative writing, photography, and artwork. Stage Crew: Students learn set design, lighting, and stage production while supporting school performances. The Marching Eagles (Marching Band): The band performs at competitions, football games, and parades.

Cultural & Language
French Club: Students develop French language skills and explore Francophone cultures through field trips and immersive experiences. Spanish Club: Students studying Spanish gather for language games and fun. Knights of the Tiber (Latin Club): Latin students participate in competitions, including the State Latin Convention. SALSA (Spanish and Latino Student Association): Students celebrate Hispanic culture through group activities.

Social & Hobbies
Esports: Students compete in gaming tournaments throughout the school year. Dungeons and Dragons Club: Students learn to play Dungeons and Dragons and create games together. Climbing Club: Members learn about rock climbing and participate in outings to local climbing gyms. Pokémon Club: Members discuss Pokémon games and media and participate in themed events and tournaments.

Community & Service
Beekeeping Club: Members learn beekeeping practices, care for the school's hives, and support environmental sustainability. FarmSTED: Students maintain the campus garden and chicken coop, providing fresh produce and eggs for local food banks. Fellowship of Christian Athletes: Student-athletes connect faith and sports through prayer, service, speakers, and fellowship. Best Buddies: Students build one-to-one friendships and create opportunities for inclusion with students in the St. Andre Scholars Program.

Leadership & Professional
Cross & Anchors House System: The House System provides student leadership opportunities. Eagle Ventures: Students explore entrepreneurship, innovation, data science, and the stock market. Student Ambassadors: Students represent St. Edward and lead campus tours to prospective students and their families. National Honor Society: Recognizes juniors and seniors for scholarship, service, leadership, and character.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Intramural Sports: Students participate in recreational team sports. LIME Student Wellness Club: Students create peer-to-peer programs and activities that support mental health and wellness. Ski Club: Members participate in skiing, snowboarding, and snowblading. Community Period: Most clubs meet during Community Period, a dedicated block within the school day designed to give students time to build relationships, pursue their interests, and take part in the life of the St. Edward community.
Languages

Language Provision
French, Latin, and Spanish are taught. The language program uses an IB-inspired approach, with instruction integrated across the curriculum. Interdisciplinary projects, including film work in Spanish, illustrate language learning in context.

Immersion Programs
Language learning uses an immersive, interdisciplinary approach. French, Latin, and Spanish are taught. Language work is integrated with other subjects, such as Spanish-language film projects.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Shadow Day. The school offers eighth-grade boys a full day on campus to experience what it means to be an Edsman. Visits are offered throughout fall and early winter. Completing all five admission steps yields priority consideration in the admissions review.
2. Open House. Open Houses are offered on October 11 and 12, 2026. The event gives eighth-grade boys and their families a chance to explore campus, meet people, and learn what it means to be part of the St. Edward brotherhood.
3. Admission Testing. All eighth-grade applicants take the High School Placement Test at St. Edward. Results are used for course placement and Merit Scholarship consideration. There is no cost to take the test, and students may take it more than once. Test dates include October 24, 2026 and November 7, 2026. Merit Scholarship amounts are tied to percentile: 97–99th percentile = $6,000; 96th = $5,000; 93rd–95th = $3,000; 90th–92nd = $1,000.
4. Apply for Scholarships & Financial Aid. The school awards scholarships based on academic achievement, leadership, character, and demonstrated financial need. For the Class of 2031, scholarship and financial aid applications must be submitted by November 13, 2026. A Common Scholarship Application is used to consider multiple scholarships. The school is an approved provider of the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship and the Autism Scholarship; the St. Andre Scholars program supports students with learning differences.
5. Admission Application. Prospective students must submit an application that includes biographical information, short essays, seventh- and eighth-grade transcripts, and two teacher recommendations. Applications for the Class of 2031 are due by January 25, 2027.

Scholarships
Overview: The school offers a wide range of scholarships based on academic achievement, leadership, character, and demonstrated financial need. Merit Scholarships are awarded based on HSPT results; top percentiles receive awards: 97–99th percentile, $6,000; 96th percentile, $5,000; 93rd–95th percentile, $3,000; 90th–92nd percentile, $1,000. All eighth-grade applicants take the HSPT, which is used for course placement and Merit Scholarship consideration; there is no cost to take the exam and students may take it more than once. For the Class of 2031, scholarship and financial aid applications are due by November 13, 2026. A Common Scholarship Application is used to apply for multiple scholarships, and the school provides several scholarships and endowed funds. The state of Ohio offers scholarship opportunities; every student is eligible for a State of Ohio scholarship. The school is an approved provider of the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship and the Autism Scholarship, and the St. Andre Scholars program supports students with learning differences. Named Holy Cross and other endowed scholarships help reduce the cost of tuition. Tuition for 2026–27 is $21,150.
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