Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School

What Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School does

Bishop Guilfoyle Academy is a unified PreK-12 private Catholic school system headquartered in Altoona, Pennsylvania, serving families in Blair County and surrounding regions. Originally founded in 1922 as Altoona Catholic High School under the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, the institution became an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2008, merged with Holy Trinity Catholic School in 2022, and rebranded to Bishop Guilfoyle Academy in 2024 to operate as a single PreK-12 platform. The school serves students ages 3 through 18 across four campuses: a Junior/Senior High School on Pleasant Valley Boulevard and three Preschool-Elementary campuses (Eldorado, Fairview, and Hollidaysburg), with a stated goal to grow the Hollidaysburg site to Preschool-Grade 5 by 2028-29.

Core academic products span Preschool (PreK 3 & 4), Elementary (K-5), Junior High (6-8), and a college-preparatory High School (9-12). Differentiated offerings include a one-to-one Apple iPad program supported by the Canvas Learning Management System, 21 AP courses, dual enrollment with Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University, and Seton Hill University, two associate degree pathways, a Career & Technical Education track through the Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center, and an International Student Program supporting F-1 and J-1 visas. Extracurricular offerings include 30+ student clubs, the Marauders athletics program (PIAA District 6), visual and performing arts, campus ministry, and study abroad travel.

The business model combines annual tuition and fees (Primary revenue stream), fundraising (Guilfoyle Annual Fund, capital campaigns, events), and Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) scholarships administered through FundEDU. Need-based financial aid, EITC scholarships, and required family fundraising contributions (ranging from $450 to $1,000) shape net pricing. Reported outcomes include a 100% graduation rate, 100% college acceptance, 40% of students earning at least one semester of college credit before graduation, 50% of graduates earning merit scholarships, and over 15% of student athletes advancing to collegiate sports, supporting a positioning as the premier private school in the region.

Name

Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School

Legal name

Bishop Guilfoyle Academy

Website

https://bishopguilfoyle.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1922

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Bishop Guilfoyle Academy is a unified PreK-12 private Catholic school system in Blair County, Pennsylvania, operating four campuses and serving approximately 500+ students with college-preparatory academics, AP and dual enrollment options, and competitive athletics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Catholic K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (61), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Preschool Programs within Private K–12 Schools (EDACABAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH), Faith-Based Preschools (EDACABAF)

Keywords

• Private Catholic education
• College preparatory schools
• K-12 education
• Preschool programs
• Primary education

Headquarters

HQ city

Altoona

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Primary revenue from tuition payments with additional fees including annual technology fees and mandatory fundraising requirements ($450 for elementary, $650 for Jr/Sr High). Financial aid and EITC scholarships offset costs for qualifying families.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Annual Guilfoyle Fund, capital campaign ('Called to Lead'), and various fundraising events including golf outings and sportsman's raffles support scholarships and school improvements.
3. EITC Program: Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit program where donors direct state tax dollars to scholarships; 90% tax credit for donors, 100% of donations go to student scholarships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Bishop Guilfoyle Academy is a unified PreK-12 private Catholic school system offering preschool (ages 3-4), elementary (K-5), junior high (6-8), and senior high (9-12) education across four campuses in Blair County, Pennsylvania. The school delivers college preparatory academics with 21 Advanced Placement courses, dual enrollment partnerships with Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University, and Seton Hill University, and Career & Technical Education pathways. Tuition-based enrollment is supplemented by need-based financial aid and PA EITC scholarships.

Product overview

Bishop Guilfoyle Academy is a unified Pre-K through 12th grade private Catholic school system that operates as a single platform combining academic programs across four campuses. The core educational offering consists of Preschool (PreK 3 & 4), Elementary School (Grades K-5), Junior High School (Grades 6-8), and High School (Grades 9-12). The school enhances its core academics through integrated modules including a College in High School Program (offering AP courses, dual enrollment partnerships with Mount Aloysius College and Saint Francis University, and associate degree pathways), one-to-one technology with Canvas LMS, Career & Technical Education pathways, and extensive extracurricular programs including athletics (Marauders), arts/drama, student clubs, campus ministry, and study abroad opportunities. The school also supports international students and provides financial aid through various scholarship programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preschool Program (PreK 3 & 4) Separate Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 classes offered for children ages 3 and 4 at three elementary campuses (Eldorado, Fairview, Hollidaysburg). Curriculum focuses on reading readiness, early math skills, phonemic awareness, and social development in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Elementary School (Grades K-5) Elementary education from Kindergarten through Grade 5 offered at three campuses (Eldorado, Fairview, Hollidaysburg) in Altoona and Hollidaysburg, PA. Includes primary grades (1-3) and intermediate grades (4-5) with character education and small class sizes.
• Junior High School (Grades 6-8) Junior high program for grades 6-8 at the Pleasant Valley Boulevard campus featuring college-preparatory curriculum, Pre-AP accelerated curriculum for advanced learners, and one-to-one iPad technology program.
• High School (Grades 9-12) College-preparatory high school for grades 9-12 at the Pleasant Valley Boulevard campus in Altoona, PA. Offers 21 Advanced Placement courses, dual enrollment, career & technical pathways, and competitive athletics (Marauders). 100% graduation and college acceptance rate.
• College in High School Program Program enabling students to earn college credit while still in high school through 21 AP courses, dual enrollment with Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University, and Seton Hill University, and associate degree pathways. 40% of students earn college credit before graduation.
• International Student Program International student program for grades 9-12 supporting F-1 and J-1 visas with rigorous college-preparatory academics, English language support, AP and dual enrollment courses, competitive sports, student clubs, and host family placement. Contact: [email protected]
• Career & Technical Education Pathways Partnership with Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center allowing students to pursue specialized training in 25+ in-demand career pathways and earn industry-recognized certifications while remaining enrolled at BG.
• Study Abroad and Travel Program International travel opportunities to countries including Austria, France, Italy, Spain, China, Ireland, and Tanzania with educational coursework integration and Global Citizenship Academy distinction available to participating students.
• Financial Aid and Scholarship Program Need-based financial aid and scholarship program including PA EITC scholarships, Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) scholarships, named scholarships, and endowment awards. School meets full demonstrated financial need with income limits approximately $136,483 for one child plus $20,428 per additional child for 2025-26.
• Kids Club (Ages 3-5) Free community club for children ages 3-5 and their parents offering fun activities, learning opportunities, socialization, child development resources, and parent connections. Enrollment at BG is not required for participation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% graduation rate; 100% college acceptance; 100% SAT/ACT college ready benchmark performance
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mount Aloysius CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership offering Associate of Liberal Arts degree program; BG faculty and Mount Aloysius professors teach courses; students can graduate with both BG diploma and associate degree. Also offers dual enrollment courses for college credit.
• Saint Francis UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociate of Science degree pathway available beginning in 9th grade; focused tracks in Business, Healthcare, STEM; 60-62 college credits by graduation designed to transfer seamlessly to bachelor's programs.
• Seton Hill UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment course offerings approved for college credit; students can earn college credits while in high school through approved courses.
• Greater Altoona Career & Technology CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer & Technical Education partnership allowing students to pursue hands-on training and industry-recognized certifications in 25+ in-demand career pathways while remaining enrolled at BG.
• Publishing Concepts (PCI)minorOthersPartnership for alumni records update project; PCI contacts alumni by mail, phone, or email to verify contact information and collect updates. PCI DSS-compliant company.
• FundEDUcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdministers SPE (Special Purpose Entity) for EITC program; simplifies donation process for PA state taxpayers; handles application and compliance requirements for the Educational Improvement Tax Credit program.
• College BoardcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of Advanced Placement (AP) program; BG offers 21 AP courses including AP Capstone program; courses developed by College Board for college-level curriculum.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Central Catholic High School (Pittsburgh): Private Catholic college-preparatory high school in Pennsylvania serving a similar college-prep student base with comparable AP offerings, athletics, and diocesan-adjacent governance. Closely mirrors BG's core offering at the secondary level.
• La Salle College High School: Catholic college-preparatory high school in Wyndmoor, PA with strong AP/college-credit programs and a competitive athletics tradition. Directly comparable to BG on academic rigor, faith-based mission, and Pennsylvania market positioning.
• Malvern Preparatory School: Private Catholic college-prep school in southeastern Pennsylvania with rigorous academics, extensive athletics, and a long-standing tradition. Comparable to BG on mission, academic profile, and extracurricular breadth.
• Cardinal O'Hara High School: Catholic college-preparatory school in Springfield, PA operating under diocesan governance with similar AP and dual-enrollment offerings. Direct PA peer competing for tuition-paying families.
• Holy Ghost Preparatory School: Catholic college-prep high school in Bensalem, PA with strong STEM and athletics programs. Comparable to BG in mission, scale, and Pennsylvania market.
• West Catholic Preparatory School: Catholic high school in Philadelphia serving a tuition-paying, faith-based demographic with college-prep academics. Direct comparable to BG's secondary campus offering.

Broad incumbents

• Cristo Rey Network: National network of Catholic colleges and high schools serving similar faith-based, mission-driven families across the U.S. Comparable to BG on faith-based identity and college-prep mission, but at significantly broader scale and with a unique corporate-work-study model.

Others

• Seton Hill University: Partner institution that provides dual enrollment to BG students. Comparable as a Catholic-affiliated higher-education partner in Pennsylvania but is a university, not a K-12 operator.
• Mount Aloysius College: Partner institution offering BG students an associate degree pathway. Comparable as a Catholic-aligned postsecondary partner but operates as a college, not a school operator.

Emerging players

• BASIS Charter Schools: Network of high-performing charter and private schools with AP-heavy, college-prep curricula. Comparable to BG on academic rigor and college-credit offerings but operates a different governance and funding model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/bguilfoyle
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/bishop-guilfoyle-academy
• Instagraminstagram.com/bishopguilfoyle1

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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