Catholic School Data

The National Catholic Educational Association conducts Catholic education research as well as providing private education resources for a range of audiences. Information contained within these pages include Catholic school data. NCEA published selected results from NCEA's annual survey of Catholic elementary and secondary schools, including enrollment patterns, regional geographic trends, types and locations of schools, student and staffing demographic characteristics, and student participation in selected education programs.

United States Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools 2025-2026

The Annual Statistical Report on Schools, Enrollment and Staffing

Since 1970, NCEA has published an annual statistical report on Catholic elementary and secondary schools. This comprehensive resource covers regional trends, school openings, consolidations and closures, support for students with disabilities, enrollment of non-Catholic students, faculty demographics, graduation rates and more. Where data permit, the exhibits compare information across the last decade as well as the past five years. The report offers a historical perspective on Catholic education within the broader context of American private schooling.

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Infographic

The 2025-2026 infographic visually represents key findings from the report, offering insights into the evolving landscape of Catholic education and its implications for stakeholders.

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