Father Judge High School

What Father Judge High School does

Father Judge High School is a private Roman Catholic, all-male college preparatory secondary school located at 3301 Solly Avenue in the Holmesburg neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1953 and operated under the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, the school educates approximately four grade levels (9–12) within the Salesian spiritual tradition of St. Francis de Sales, sponsored by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales. The academic program includes college preparatory, honors, and Advanced Placement coursework, supplemented by dual-enrollment partnerships with DeSales University (up to 30 college credits) and Holy Family University (up to 33 credits), plus the Diocesan Scholar Program granting AP-weighted college credit through 11 area Catholic colleges. The Career Pathways Academy adds industry-recognized CTE certifications in Welding, Automotive Technology, and HVAC-R. The co-curricular surface spans 14 interscholastic sports (PIAA District XII / Philadelphia Catholic League), Campus Ministry, Christian Service, the Salesian Leadership Program, and the National Honor Society (DeSales Chapter), supported by the Brisson Center for Academic Excellence.

The school's technology stack is built entirely on third-party education platforms and is not differentiated: Schoology serves as the learning management system, PowerSchool as the student information system (with mobile app), Google Workspace for Education for collaboration, Zendesk for technology support ticketing, Edlio as the website CMS, Renaissance STAR for adaptive assessment, and PaySchools Central (operated by food service partner ARAMARK) for meal payments. A 1:1 Chromebook program is deployed school-wide. There are no proprietary AI/ML systems, APIs, or developer-facing platforms.

As a nonprofit parochial institution under Archdiocesan governance, revenue is generated through tuition (not publicly disclosed), fundraising (e.g., the "Support FJ" Friends of Father Judge site and Crusader Shop), Archdiocesan support, and ancillary fees. Outcomes reported include a 100% college acceptance rate, 100% graduation rate, and $38 million in scholarships awarded to the Class of 2024. The school has committed $20 million to campus expansion, technology, labs, and programming. Marketing occurs primarily through the school website, social channels (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn), Edlio email newsletters, and on-campus admissions events.

Name

Father Judge High School

Legal name

Father Judge High School

Website

https://fatherjudge.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1953

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Father Judge High School is a private Roman Catholic, all-male college preparatory high school in Philadelphia operated under the Archdiocese of Philadelphia in the Salesian tradition, serving Grades 9–12 with AP, dual-enrollment, and CTE pathways.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Philadelphia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

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Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Father Judge High School is a Roman Catholic college-preparatory high school for young men in grades 9-12 located in Philadelphia, PA. Its core offering is Salesian Catholic secondary education delivered through a curriculum of college prep, honors, and AP courses; dual-enrollment college-credit partnerships with DeSales University and Holy Family University; CTE Career Pathways in Welding, Automotive, and HVAC-R; required Christian Service; 14 interscholastic athletic programs; and academic support via the Brisson Center, supplemented by technology platforms including Schoology, PowerSchool, and 1:1 Chromebooks.

Product overview

Father Judge High School offers a comprehensive Catholic secondary education centered on Salesian spirituality and academic excellence. The core academic program includes college preparatory, honors, and Advanced Placement courses, supplemented by university partnerships for dual enrollment (DeSales University, Holy Family University) allowing students to earn up to 33 college credits before graduation. The Career Pathways Academy provides CTE pathways in Welding, Automotive, and HVAC-R. Additional offerings include the National Honor Society, Salesian Leadership Program, Campus Ministry, Christian Service, athletics (14 sports), and various student clubs. The school utilizes integrated educational technology platforms including PowerSchool (student information), Schoology (learning management), and Renaissance STAR Testing for assessment.

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Products and services

• DeSales University Dual-Enrollment Program College-level courses taught by Father Judge faculty approved as DeSales University adjunct professors, allowing students to earn both high school and college credits. Courses include Precalculus, Calculus, Probability and Statistics, Composition and Rhetoric, Western Civilization, American Civilization, US Government, Theology, General Biology 1, and Environmental Science. Students can complete up to 30 college credits before graduation. Targeted at motivated college-bound students at Father Judge High School.
• Holy Family University Associate's Degree Program Accelerated program allowing eligible students to earn an Associate's Degree (A.A. or A.S.) from Holy Family University while completing their high school diploma. Students take structured college courses during junior and senior years, potentially reducing time and cost for a four-year degree. Targeted at highly motivated Father Judge students seeking accelerated post-secondary credentials.
• Diocesan Scholar Program Program offering selected top 30 juniors the opportunity to take two courses each semester of senior year at nearby Catholic colleges/universities. Seven students are chosen annually; courses earn college credit plus AP-level weighted high school credit with no tuition charged. Administered by the Office of Catholic Education in cooperation with eleven Catholic colleges/universities. Targeted at top-performing Father Judge juniors.
• Holy Family University Visiting Students Program Program allowing students to take college courses directly through Holy Family University on campus or online starting spring semester junior year. Students can enroll in up to two courses per semester plus up to 15 summer credits, accumulating up to 33 credits before graduation. Students maintaining 3.0 GPA are eligible for up to $22,000 in scholarships if they enroll at Holy Family after graduation. Targeted at Father Judge students seeking flexible college-credit options.
• Career Pathways Academy Career and Technical Education (CTE) program offering specialized vocational pathways including Welding, Automotive Technology, and HVAC-R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) to prepare graduates for direct workforce entry with industry certifications. Targeted at Father Judge students seeking workforce-ready skilled-trade careers.
• The Brisson Center for Academic Excellence Academic support center providing tutoring, Athletic Study Hall, and the Crusader Program for students needing additional academic assistance and supervision. Targeted at Father Judge students requiring academic support.
• Athletic Programs 14 interscholastic sports programs including Cross Country, Crew, Football, Golf, Soccer, Basketball, Bowling, Ice Hockey, Swimming, Track & Field, Wrestling, Baseball, Lacrosse, and Tennis. Members of PIAA District XII and Philadelphia Catholic League. Targeted at all enrolled Father Judge students.
• Christian Service Program Required service hours program for all students each year, guided by St. Francis de Sales' principle that nothing is small in the service of God. Targeted at all enrolled Father Judge students.

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Integration9 records

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DeSales UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeSales Dual Enrollment Program allowing motivated students to earn both high school and college credits through DeSales University. Courses are taught by FJHS faculty approved by DeSales and serving as adjunct professors. Current offerings include Precalculus, Calculus, Probability and Statistics, Composition and Rhetoric, Western Civilization, American Civilization, US Government, Theology, General Biology 1, and Environmental Science. Students can complete up to 30 college credits before graduation.
• Holy Family UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHoly Family University Visiting Students Program and Associate's Degree Program. Students may take college courses on campus or online beginning spring semester of junior year (max 2 courses per semester), and up to 15 summer credits. Students maintaining 3.0 GPA are eligible for up to $22,000 in scholarships if they enroll at Holy Family after graduation. Associate's Degree Program allows eligible students to earn an Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) degree while completing high school diploma.
• Office of Catholic EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiocesan Scholar Program administered by the Office of Catholic Education in cooperation with eleven Catholic colleges/universities in the area. Top 30 juniors invited to apply each February/March; seven selected to take two courses per semester at participating colleges earning college credit weighted at AP level with no tuition charged.
• Oblates of St. Francis de SalescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReligious order whose spirituality forms the foundation of the school's educational approach. The Oblates sponsor Salesian Leadership Camp at Camp DeSales in Brooklyn, Michigan, and provide Salesian Leadership Program opportunities. Father Judge is part of the Wilmington-Philadelphia Province of the Oblates.
• Archdiocese of PhiladelphiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFather Judge High School is part of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia school system, using Archdiocesan standards, curricula frameworks, and administrative systems including PowerSchool SIS and Schoology LMS. Subject to Archdiocesan academic policies and accreditation.
• Flynn O'HaraminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial uniform vendor for Father Judge High School. Parents purchase uniforms exclusively through Flynn O'Hara using online ordering system at flynnohara.com with school code PA516.
• PowerSchoolcoreTechnology or IntegrationStudent information system and gradebook used by all Philadelphia Archdiocesan high schools. Provides parents and students access to grades, assignments, attendance, and academic progress in real time.
• SchoologycoreTechnology or IntegrationLearning management system (LMS) used by all Archdiocesan schools for posting classroom materials, student discussions, homework submission, and course announcements.
• ARAMARKminorOthersFood service provider for school cafeteria. Manages lunch programs including Corner Crust Daily Pizza, Custom Bros. Grill Co., and Main Plate-Taco Bar options. PaySchools Central used for online payments.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Malvern Preparatory School: All-boys Augustinian Catholic college-preparatory school in Malvern, PA serving grades 6-12. Direct comparable to Father Judge on single-gender Catholic college-prep model, regional Philadelphia-area market, athletics-driven culture, and AP/college-credit programming.
• La Salle College High School: All-boys Christian Brothers Catholic college-prep high school in Wyndmoor, PA (Philadelphia suburbs). Closest direct competitor to Father Judge in target market, single-gender Catholic identity, college-prep curriculum, and Philadelphia Catholic League athletics participation.
• St. Joseph's Preparatory School: All-boys Jesuit Catholic college-prep high school in Philadelphia. Directly competes with Father Judge for the same Philadelphia-area Catholic family demographic, with overlapping Catholic college-prep identity, dual-enrollment opportunities, and PCL athletics membership.
• Archbishop Ryan High School: Co-educational Catholic college-prep high school in Philadelphia (Farms Hundred). Competes with Father Judge for Philadelphia-area Catholic students but offers a co-educational model and similar Archdiocesan governance, AP/dual-enrollment offerings, and athletics programming.
• Roman Catholic High School: All-boys Christian Brothers Catholic college-prep high school in Center City Philadelphia. Direct same-city competitor serving the same Philadelphia Catholic family market with a comparable college-prep curriculum and PCL athletics affiliation.
• Lansdale Catholic High School: Co-educational Catholic college-prep high school in Lansdale, PA (Philadelphia suburbs). Comparable on Archdiocesan affiliation, college-prep academics, dual-enrollment programs, and PIAA/PCL athletics, serving a similar Philadelphia-area Catholic family demographic.
• Cardinal O'Hara High School: Co-educational Catholic college-prep high school in Springfield, PA (Delaware County/Philadelphia suburbs). Comparable on Archdiocesan governance, college-prep curriculum, AP/dual-enrollment programming, and PIAA/PCL athletics participation.
• Conwell-Egan Catholic High School: Co-educational Catholic college-prep high school in Fairless Hills, PA (Bucks County). Comparable Philadelphia-area Catholic college-prep school with similar Archdiocesan affiliation, dual-enrollment opportunities, and PCL/PIAA athletics participation.
• Archbishop Wood High School: Co-educational Catholic college-prep high school in Warminster, PA (Philadelphia suburbs). Competes for the same regional Catholic families with comparable college-prep academics, dual-enrollment, and PIAA/PCL athletics, though operates as a co-ed institution.
• West Catholic Preparatory High School: Co-educational Catholic college-prep high school in Philadelphia with strong urban footprint. Competes with Father Judge for Philadelphia Catholic families and shares comparable mission-driven identity, college-prep academics, and PCL athletics membership.

Market position

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Competitive moat4 records

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Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/fatherjudgehs
• Facebookfacebook.com/FatherJudgeHighSchool.OfficialSchoolPage
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/father-judge-high-
• Instagraminstagram.com/frjudgehs

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