Bourgade Catholic High School

What Bourgade Catholic High School does

Bourgade Catholic High School is a private, non-profit Catholic college-preparatory high school in Phoenix, Arizona, founded in 1962 under the Diocese of Phoenix and currently serving approximately 350 students on a 27-acre campus. The school delivers a college preparatory curriculum with 10 AP courses, 7 honors courses, and dual enrollment pathways, supplemented by a faith-formation program centered on Campus Ministry, Kairos retreats, and mission trips, and by 12 varsity sports and 43 student clubs. Its strategic differentiator is a four-track Career and Technical Education (CTE) portfolio — Business Management, Introduction to Healthcare Professions & CNA, Sports Medicine, and Digital Communications — combined with an exclusive partnership with Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) that extends the CTE catalog to roughly 30 additional programs including nursing, EMT, automotive, welding, and coding.

The school runs a 1:1 Chromebook program supported by Canvas LMS, RenWeb, and FACTS Management as core learning operations infrastructure. A purpose-built Sacred Heart Health Center on campus, with Arizona State Board of Nursing approval secured in 2024, allows students to graduate with both a diploma and a Certified Nursing Assistant credential, paired with clinical rotations at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix and Boswell Transitional Care. Faculty staffing includes credentialed practitioners such as a lead CNA teacher with 45 years of nursing experience and a NICU nurse/teacher, lending clinical authenticity to the healthcare track.

Revenue is derived primarily from tuition (not publicly disclosed), augmented by Arizona state tax-credit donations through ibetaxcredits.org, an annual fund run on the BoostMySchool platform, a Golf Classic fundraiser, a student-managed school store on the BSN Sports Sideline storefront, and event-driven ticket sales such as Bourgade Catholic Night with the Phoenix Suns. GTM is direct-to-consumer through shadow days, financial aid information nights, open houses, and 8th Grade Day outreach, with a hybrid segment strategy aimed at prospective students, current families, alumni, and feeder middle schools. Leadership includes Principal Tom Brennan, Assistant Principal Dr. Carrie Shanahan, Dean of Students Fernanda Cesar, School Chaplain Fr. Elario Zambakari, and a director-level team spanning Finance, Athletics, Admissions, Marketing, Educational Technology, and Facilities.

Name

Bourgade Catholic High School

Legal name

Bourgade Roman Catholic High School Phoenix

Website

https://bourgadecatholic.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1962

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Bourgade Catholic High School is a private, non-profit Catholic college-preparatory school in Phoenix, Arizona, founded in 1962 and serving approximately 350 students with a faith-integrated curriculum, four on-campus CTE pathways, and an exclusive West-MEC career-technical partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Catholic Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAJABAC

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/Private & Independent K–12 Schools

Keywords

• College preparatory education
• Catholic secondary education
• Career technical education
• Faith formation programs
• Varsity athletics programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Phoenix

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Private school tuition from enrolled students and families
2. Donations and Annual Fund: Charitable contributions through BoostMySchool platform for annual fund campaigns and general donations
3. Tax Credit Programs: Arizona state tax credit donations through ibetaxcredits.org
4. School Store: Revenue from student-managed store selling uniforms and BCHS-themed merchandise
5. Golf Classic Tournament: Annual charity golf tournament raising funds for athletics with registration fees and sponsorships
6. Event Tickets: Ticket sales for community events such as Phoenix Suns night ($35 per ticket)

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Bourgade Catholic High School is a private Catholic secondary school that delivers college preparatory education to grades 9-12, integrating Catholic faith formation throughout the curriculum. Core offerings include 10 AP courses, 7 Honors courses, dual enrollment, four on-campus Career and Technical Education programs (Business Management, Healthcare Professions/CNA, Sports Medicine, Digital Communications), and an exclusive partnership with West-MEC extending access to 30+ additional CTE pathways. The school also provides 12 varsity sports, 43 clubs, campus ministry programs with Kairos retreats, and a 1:1 Chromebook program on a 27-acre campus.

Product overview

Bourgade Catholic High School offers a comprehensive Catholic education with a college preparatory foundation supplemented by career and technical education programs. The school operates four on-campus CTE programs (Business Management, Introduction to Healthcare Professions & CNA, Sports Medicine, and Digital Communications) plus an exclusive partnership with Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) providing access to 30+ additional CTE pathways. Academic offerings include 10 AP Courses, 7 Honor Courses, and Dual Enrollment opportunities. The school provides a 1:1 Chromebook program, Campus Ministry with Kairos retreats, 12 Varsity Sports, and 43 Clubs and Activities across its 27-acre campus.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• College Preparatory Curriculum Rigorous college preparatory curriculum with 10 AP Courses, 7 Honor Courses, and Dual Enrollment opportunities for high school students in grades 9-12.
• Business Management CTE Program Career and Technical Education program providing skills in business practices, marketing, accounting, and entrepreneurship. Students gain real-world experience through the Bourgade Catholic Student Store, managing inventory, sales, and customer service.
• Introduction to Healthcare Professions and CNA Program Two-year Career and Technical Education program preparing students to earn a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license before graduation. Students complete clinical experience in the on-campus Sacred Heart Health Center nursing lab and at clinical partner sites including Boswell Transitional Care of Cascadia and Banner University Medical Center Phoenix.
• Sports Medicine CTE Program Career and Technical Education program teaching injury prevention, treatment, and sports nutrition. Second-year students can become BCHS Student Athletic Trainers, gaining hands-on experience in the athletic training facility.
• Digital Communications CTE Program Career and Technical Education program introducing students to digital media, content creation, and multimedia production. Students use industry-standard software for digital marketing, photography, and social media content.
• West-MEC Partnership Programs Exclusive partnership with Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) offering 30+ career and technical education programs including Aesthetics, Automotive Technology, Aviation, Biomedical Science, Coding, Culinary Arts, Dental Assisting, EMT, Fire Science, IT Security, Medical Assisting, Nursing, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Welding, and more. Juniors and seniors split time between BCHS core curriculum and West-MEC hands-on training facilities.
• Athletics Program 12 Varsity Sports including baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, track and field, volleyball, football, and more, competing in AIA 3A/2A conferences.
• Campus Ministry and Retreat Programs Christ-centered community with Campus Ministry, Kairos retreats, Spring Mission Trips, and Service Opportunities integrated throughout the school experience.
• Student Clubs and Activities 43 Clubs and Activities including National & International Honor Societies, Student Ambassadors, and specialized interest clubs.
• Student-Managed School Store (Bourgade Catholic Student Store) Student-managed school store offering uniforms and BCHS-themed accessories through Sideline BSN Sports, providing real-world business experience for Business Management CTE students.
• 1:1 Chromebook Program Every student receives a Chromebook for use throughout the school year, supporting digital learning across all subjects.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% College Acceptance Rate
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Grand Canyon University (GCU) and Arizona State University (ASU)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Curriculum for CNA program was developed by nursing education professionals from GCU and ASU. Clinical partnerships established at Boswell Transitional Care of Cascadia and Banner University Medical Center Phoenix for student clinical rotations.
• Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Exclusive partnership with West-MEC, a career and technical education district with 4 campuses in the west valley. Juniors and seniors can enroll in nearly 30 program offerings including healthcare, technology, trades, and business programs. Students split time between BCHS core curriculum and West-MEC hands-on training facilities.
• Banner University Medical Center PhoenixminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerClinical rotation site for CNA program students, providing real-world healthcare experience under supervision
• Boswell Transitional Care of CascadiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerClinical rotation site for CNA program students to practice patient care skills
• Phoenix SunsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSecond annual Bourgade Catholic Night with Phoenix Suns event (March 6, 2026) at Footprint Center. Community event featuring BCHS table on concourse and student participation during national anthem.
• Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA)coreOthersOfficial athletic governing body for Arizona high school sports. BCHS participates in AIA 3A Metro region competitions across multiple sports including soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, track and field, volleyball, and football.
• Diocese of Phoenix - Nazareth SeminaryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlumni pathway for students discerning priesthood. Bourgade graduates including Christopher Lukaszewski '19 and Mark Salgado '24 currently in seminary formation at Diocese of Nazareth Seminary. Former partnership with St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Scottsdale Preparatory Academy: Private college-prep school in Scottsdale serving the same Phoenix metro area. Comparable small-school college-prep market positioning but without a faith-based identity.
• Rancho Solano Preparatory School: Private K-12 school in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. Comparable upscale private college-prep experience and parent demographic, but a broader non-faith-based curriculum.

Emerging players

• BASIS Charter Schools: High-performing Phoenix-based public charter school network. Comparable on rigorous AP-heavy college-prep outcomes (and tuition-free), competing for the same academically-oriented Phoenix families considering private Catholic education.
• Veritas Preparatory Academy: Phoenix-based Great Hearts classical charter school. Comparable emphasis on rigorous college-prep curriculum and small-class culture, competing as a tuition-free alternative to Bourgade.

Broad incumbents

• Phoenix Country Day School: Larger, elite non-faith-based private K-12 school in the Phoenix metro. Comparable college-prep outcomes and tuition-paying parent base, but operates on a broader independent-school model without Catholic/Catholic-worldview integration.

Direct peers

• Seton Catholic Preparatory: Catholic college-prep high school in Chandler, AZ in the Phoenix metro. Comparable faith-based identity, college-prep curriculum, and CTE/elective programming in the same regional market.
• Notre Dame Preparatory: Catholic college-prep high school in Scottsdale, AZ. Same Catholic identity, college-prep mission, and Phoenix-area competitive market as Bourgade, with similar faith-formation and athletics offerings.
• Brophy College Preparatory: Jesuit Catholic all-boys college-prep high school in Phoenix, AZ. Directly comparable to Bourgade as a Catholic, college-prep secondary school competing for the same tuition-paying Catholic families in the Phoenix metro.
• Xavier College Preparatory: Catholic all-girls college-prep high school in Phoenix, AZ. Same Catholic college-prep model, same Phoenix private-school market, and same diocesan-affiliated competitive set as Bourgade Catholic.

Others

• Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools Office: Governing body for Catholic schools in the Diocese of Phoenix. Relevant as the institutional parent and funding channel that shapes Bourgade's operating framework, comparable peer relationships, and strategic direction.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCG3AblUf2a_1KhTpdBx4PIA
• Facebookfacebook.com/BourgadeCatholic
• Instagraminstagram.com/bourgade_catholic
• Xx.com/BCHSPhoenix
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bourgade-catholic-high-school

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

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