Our philosophy is based upon the belief that every person is important, unique, and has the potential to reach their biggest dreams. We want to inspire every student to become the confident, capable, compassionate person that only they can be which is why we encourage every student to "Be More You!" We believe that all families should have access to an excellent education that honors the individuality of each student and provides them with a rigorous and values-based education.
 

No matter what your financial situation may be, we encourage you to apply, and look forward to working with you to make a Pius XI education possible.

 

Excellent Academics

• Over the past five years, Pius XI graduates have earned more than $45 million in scholarships to top universities and colleges.

• College prep curriculum offering a breadth of options for exploration in many disciplines.

• Award winning STEM programming through Project Lead the Way offering hands-on learning experiences in engineering, computer science and biomedical science.

• Most recognized high school in the state for Visual Arts, earning the most individual honors in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Competition

• Student-centered scheduling provides for individualized schedules, a large selection of elective classes, and additional student academic resource time.

• 19 Advanced Placement courses that are taught at a college level, offering a rigorous and rewarding challenge and an opportunity to earn college credit or advanced placement in college curriculums. 

• Highly successful Special Studies Program servicing students with specific learning disabilities.

​Beyond the Classroom

• 14+ different athletic offerings and 25+ clubs for every student in every grade.

• One of the most diverse private high schools in the Midwest.

• Award winning theater program offering year-round performance opportunities.

• Each year Pius XI hosts ‘Community Day’ to help build relationships and bonds among students and teachers.
   

Catholic Faith and Values

• Daily prayer, weekly liturgy and yearly retreats are central to our faith formation.

• Our daily lives through are rooted in our core values of Service, Excellence, Integrity, Community and Inclusion.

• Pius XI students complete more than 4,000 service experiences each year. 

Accessible Education

• Over 90% of students receive financial assistance through financial aid, scholarships, and state voucher programs.

• Pius XI serves nearly 750 students each year from over 100 feeder schools in the metro area.

• Located right off convenient exits off I-94 for driving and carpool. Pius XI also runs  north and south bus routes.

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Spotlight on: Social-Emotional Health

The REDgen Club seeks to enhance youth mental wellbeing and prevent crises by equipping teens with resilience skills, which research shows is a key driver of prevention. Our primary method of reaching youth is through our school-based, peer-to-peer School Chapter program, founded on the belief that youth have the power to make a difference in their own mental well-being and the mental being of their peers.

Spotlight on: TAC

Teacher Advisory Contact (TAC) has been a staple of the Pius XI educational experience for over 50 years, fostering community and providing individualized support for each student. TAC is composed of students from all four grade levels who meet daily as a ‘TAC family’, offering a support network across grade levels.  TAC teachers service as a resource for students and parents or guardians alike!