The number of Catholic schools in Toronto is plentiful, covering the complete span of ages and grades. In this article, we will look specifically at the premier Catholic high schools found across the city. 

In total, the Toronto Catholic District School Board represents twenty-nine dedicated secondary schools across Toronto. Many of these institutions rank among the top high schools (including secular schools) in Ontario as selected by the Fraser Institute – long considered Canada’s authority on education. 

Explore our selection of the best Catholic high schools in Toronto below. Please note that our picks are presented in no particular order. 

Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts

Located in Toronto’s Yonge and Sheppard neighbourhood, Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts (CCAA) offers a coeducational, fine arts-focused approach to Catholic education. In the decades since its dedication, CCAA has developed a prodigious reputation in its mission of nurturing the creative talents of its students, while maintaining a commitment to academic excellence and community-centric Catholic values. 

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Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School

Situated in New Toronto, Etobicoke, Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School is renowned for its holistic, faith-forward approach to education. Taking cues from its namesake, Father John Redmond, the school aims to support and nurture the ‘whole student’, maintaining an equal commitment to academics, arts, and athletics. Graduates routinely earn acceptance into top university programs in Canada and abroad. 

École Secondaire Catholique Saint-Frère-André 

École Secondaire Catholique Saint-Frère-André (ESCSFA) ranks among the top Francophone high schools in Ontario. Providing instruction in the French language for all subjects, with the exception of English language arts, this institution demonstrates a rigorous dedication to both scholastic achievement and the cultivation of Catholic principles within its students.

ESCSFA offers a unique Specialist High Skills Major in Business and Manufacturing, enabling students to explore professional trajectories and acquire certifications alongside practical proficiency. 

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St. Michael’s Choir School

Boasting an exceptional 10-point score from the Fraser Institute, St. Micheal’s Choir School (SMCS)  stands among the most prestigious educational institutions in the city. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, SMCS’ storied legacy spans nearly one hundred years. 

St. Michael’s Choir School is not exclusively a secondary school, its one of the best catholic elementary schools in Toronto, serving grades three through twelve. The strength of its academic and choir programs across all age ranges make it a must-include on this list. SMCS operates as a semi-private all-boys school, with secular and non-choral courses falling under the jurisdiction of the Toronto Catholic District School Board. 

At St. Micheal’s, music is a foundational element of both faith and education. Affiliated with the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music and International Boys’ Schools Coalition, the school’s various choir groups provide music to St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica and the Archdiocese of Toronto, in addition to other local and touring performances. 

St. Joseph’s Morrow Park Catholic Secondary School

St. Joseph’s Morrow Park Catholic Secondary School is a historic all-girls high school located in North Toronto. Grounded in the principles of the Sisters of St. Joseph, the institution is committed to cultivating students’ academic proficiency and their commitment to continuous learning and individual development, while simultaneously endeavouring to instill in them a sense of community and global-mindedness. The school is affiliated with Brebeuf College School, an all-boys secondary school similarly well-ranked among other Catholic educational institutions. Both schools boast impressive lists of notable alumni – spanning a diverse range of professions and religious statuses. 

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Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School

One of the Toronto Catholic District School Board’s most recently established institutions, Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School serves families in the Yonge and Eglinton, Chaplin Estates, Lytton Park, and Forest Hill North Neighbourhoods. A campus rich with history, the school property is situated on the former premises of the Toronto Hunt Club, as well as an important base for the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. 

Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School’s mission follows the traditions of its namesake, renowned Canadian author and visionary Marshall McLuhan. Embracing McLuhan’s principles within the educational setting, this school aims to realize the paramount objectives of Catholic intellectual heritage, employing faith as a lens to comprehend the pursuit of unity, virtue, and authenticity.

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