Student Life
High School Placement and Counseling
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100% of Lacordaire’s 8th grade graduates are accepted into at least one of their top three high school choices.
High School Placement Counseling
At Lacordaire, we view the placement process as a partnership that supports each child in finding a school where they can thrive academically, socially, and personally. Our approach is rooted in care, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of each student’s unique strengths.
Our placement process includes:
- Introducing families to the range of high school options, including independent, boarding, Catholic, and schools with specialized programs
- Maintaining strong connections with admissions offices to advocate for our students
- Offering guidance on school visits, open houses, and application timelines
- Preparing students for entrance exams, interviews, and application essays
- Highlighting each student’s individual talents and character through detailed and personalized recommendation letters
- Coordinating transcripts and application materials with accuracy and professionalism
- Assisting families in exploring financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Did you know?
Lacordaire’s Middle School is the only private Catholic school in the region whose 8th grade students work with a designated high school placement counselor.
From the first conversation about “what comes next” to the final acceptance letter, Lacordaire walks beside each family to ensure a smooth and positive transition to high school.
Application to Lacordaire’s Upper School
Currently, 50% of our graduating 8th grade girls continue their education as legacy students in Lacordaire’s Upper School. Our Upper School proudly maintains a 100% college acceptance rate, with every student accepted into at least one of her top three college choices. Many Lacordaire legacy students also place directly into honors-level courses upon entering the Upper School, reflecting the strength of their academic foundation.
8th grade graduates who are accepted into the Upper School are awarded a Legacy
Scholarship of $3,000 per academic year.
Select High School Acceptances
- Academy of Holy Angels
- Delbarton School
- Dominican Academy
- Don Bosco Preparatory School
- Fordham Preparatory School
- Friends Academy Garrison Forest School
- Immaculate Heart Academy
- Kent Place School
- Lacordaire Academy
- Lawrenceville School
- Marist High School
- Mary Help of Christians Academy
- Montclair Kimberley Academy
- Morristown-Beard School
- Newark Academy
- Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child
- Oratory Preparatory School
- Regis High School
- Saint Peter’s Preparatory School
- Seton Hall Preparatory School
- Solebury School
- Storm King School
- The George School
- The Hudson School
- The Pingry School
- Villa Walsh Academy
- Xavier High School
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our Mission
Empowering students to become confident decision makers and responsible leaders in a community of belonging, rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition
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