Marian Central Catholic High School

The academics are challenging, but only a limited curriculum is offered at the school. School leadership talks a big game regarding ethics and discipline. However, enforcement of certain unethical conduct is lacking. Rather than focussing on the big issues of the day, school leadership is too concerned with ties not being tight enough and school spirit getting out of control. Speaking of ties, the time period of making male students wear sweaters and ties is too long (mid Oct to mid April), out of season, and out of date. More choices should be given for an appropriate dress code. Overall, Marian is a decent school. However, it doesn't offer enough to make it a cost effective choice. Schools in McHenry County, such as Cary-Grove, Prairie Ridge, and Jacobs have many more opportunities and provide a secondary education that is sufficient enough to grow as a student and be accepted at any major college program throughout the midwest and across the country.
--Submitted by a parent

Great School!!! We have sent five through there!
--Submitted by a parent

Horrible school with different standards of discipline for different students. Course selection is very limited and teaching is mediocre.
--Submitted by a parent

Absolutely terrible.... religious staff is very oppionated and dont accept anything else.... i would never reccommend anyone else to go there.
--Submitted by a student

My son just finished his freshman year at Marian Central. The kids are great and the teachers care about their students. Worth every cent spent. No regrets.
--Submitted by a parent

Wonderful school. Go here if you want to be a lawyer, doctor, or businessman. Purely college prep and has a strong science program.

Speaking as a Marian Central grad I can honestly say Marian prepared me for college. I have stronger study habits and note taking skills than other students that attend WSU with me. Teachers at Marian care about their student's success and will do anything they can to support it. The administration on the other hand are not so great. Money means alot when it comes to getting in trouble at Marian
--Submitted by a student

Not a good school for average students. Inconsistency in educational quality and teaching performance. Discipline not always enforced. Students sometimes disrespect teachers and other students and the administration allows it! I would not recommend it for the money spent and return on educational investment.
--Submitted by a parent

One of the best decisions we made when selecting a high school for our children!
--Submitted by a parent

While a smaller school, this is definitly your best bet is quality of education is your top priority. The school has expanded quite a bit in the last 10 years, and it will continue to do so as it has a very strong and loyal alumni group.
--Submitted by a former student