OUR SCHOOLS
Columbus Catholic Schools is a comprehensive educational system for students age 3 through high school graduation. CCS builds a strong foundation of faith, knowledge, and skills to help your child achieve success.
Nationally Accredited: Columbus Catholic Schools and all its educational sites are nationally accredited by the North Central Association and AdvancED, the nation’s largest and most prestigious accrediting association. National accreditation standards require a high degree of excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Columbus Catholic High School
GRADES 9 – 12 – 8
710 S Columbus Ave
Marshfield WI 54449
715-387-1177
Columbus Catholic High School
9th -12th Grade
CCHS is committed to maintaining its traditionally strong academic standards. Our dedicated staff strive to instill in our students a strong sense of responsibility for one’s self and all others. Our students are well prepared for the challenges of adulthood and are eager to continue on a lifetime of learning.
Core Subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Theology
Additional Subject Areas: Art, Music, Physical Education, Spanish, French, Family and Consumer Ed, Technical Education
25 Honors classes, 5 AP classes, 1 college credit class
Columbus tops National and State Averages on ACT and AP test scores. The 2015 graduating class scored a composite of 24.1 with the State average being 22.2 and National average 21.0.
Of the 45 Advanced Placement exams taken by our students 64% were at a 4 or higher (Wisconsin average is 37%). 91% of our students taking the exams scored 3 or higher compared to the Wisconsin average of 67%.
Sophomore-Fundamental Theology and Sacramental theology
Junior-Moral Theology
Senior-Spiritual theology and Christian Stewardship
| English | Math | Reading | Science | Composite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 23.6 | 23.6 | 24.1 | 24.4 | 24.1 |
| State | 21.6 | 22.0 | 22.5 | 22.3 | 22.2 |
| National | 20.3 | 20.9 | 21.3 | 20.8 | 21.0 |
Department:
| Theology | 4.0 |
| English | 4.0 |
| Social Sciences | 3.5 |
| Mathematics | 3.0 |
| Science | 3.0 |
| Physical Education | 1.5 |
| Health | 0.5 |
| Computer Applications | 0.5 |
| Fine Arts | 0.5 |
| Speech | 0.5 |
| World Language | 2.0 |
| Electives | 5.0 |
| Total | 28.0 |
Columbus Catholic Middle School
GRADES 6 – 8
710 S Columbus Ave
Marshfield WI 54449
715-387-1177
Columbus Catholic Middle
6th-8th Grade
CCMS faculty recognize the dramatic growth and development within young adolescents during their sixth through eighth grade years. We provide a program of structured support to meet those unique emotional, social, physical, and intellectual needs.
Core Subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Religion
Additional Subject Areas: Physical Education, Spanish, French, Family and Consumer Ed, Music, Technology, Technical Education
Sixth grade-emphasis on the major areas of the Catholic Faith-what Catholics believe, how Catholics pray, how Catholics worship, and how Catholics live. Review of the major feasts
of the Liturgical year, Seasons of the Liturgical year, our Catholic heritage, Catholic prayers, and the importance of Catholic Schools.
Seventh grade-Purpose is to assist the student in his/her own faith journey and spiritual growth. Students will engage in prayer experiences, a study of sacraments, and the planning of liturgical events.
Eighth grade-Students will be provided with opportunities to deepen their relationship with God in all three aspects of his/her personhood. Major areas of concentration will be on the Catholic Creed, the history of the Church’s development from the Apostolic Age to present, a survey of the Bible, and an examination of morality in today’s society.
Our Lady Of Peace Intermediate
GRADES 3 – 5
1300 W 5th St
Marshfield WI 54449
715-384-5474
3rd Grade: Ten Commandments, Virtues, Seven Sacraments, Personal Development/Respecting others, Saints, Holy Days, Liturgical Seasons, Holy Trinity, Prayers, and Service Projects
4th Grade: Sacraments, Commandments and Beatitudes, Prayer and Devotion, Parts of the Mass/Liturgical Year, Mass planning and participation, and moral character development/virtues
5th Grade: The Seven Sacraments, The Beatitudes and Ten Commandments, Sacramentals, prayers and devotions, Creed, Parts of Mass, Liturgical Year, Advent and Lent, Parts of the Bible, Saints and Mary: Mother of God, Virtues
St John The Baptist Primary
GRADES Pre-K – 2
307 N Walnut Ave
Marshfield WI 54449
715-384-4989
3 and 4 year-old pre-school
Full day 4 year-old Kindergarten
5K-Grade 2
Important early-learning programs help prepare children for Kindergarten.
3 and 4 year-old morning pre-school: 7:45-10:45 am Monday-Friday options
3 and 4 year-old full day pre-school: 7:45 am-5:30 pm Monday-Friday options
Full Day 4 year-old Kindergarten: 7:45 am – 2:40 pm
Kindergarten-Grade 2: 7:45 am – 2:40 pm
Your child begins school life in a safe, nurturing environment. Our strong emphasis on the basics of education and solid reading and math programs are featured at these early grade levels, and children receive the individual attention needed to lay the foundation upon which to build academic excellence. We have specialized teachers dedicated to teaching Physical Education, Library, Computers, and Music.
4K: Daily Prayer, Religious Holidays, Saints and Parables, Weekly Mass, Bible Studies: Stories of Jesus’ life
5K: Daily prayer both memorized and spontaneous, Religious Holidays, Saints and Parables, Weekly Mass, Stations of the Cross, The Church as a building and a community, and Bible Stories: Stories of Jesus’ life
1st Grade: Bible Stories with emphasis on Parables, Miracles, and stories of the Rosary, Living as Jesus taught, Participation in readings and responsibilities of school liturgy, and respect for all God’s creations
2nd Grade: Mastery of Prayers, Sacraments, Preparation for receiving Sacraments, Mass planning and participation, Parts of Mass and Liturgical seasons, Bible Stories and Rosary Introduction, and Service/Mission Projects