Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Transformative Catholic Education Since 1921
Judge Memorial Catholic High School has been dedicated to academic excellence and holistic development since 1921. Our mission centers on Cura Personalis, fostering intellectual, social, physical, and spiritual growth to prepare students as leaders in a just society. With a 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, 24 AP courses, and a diverse student body representing 36% students of color, we provide a rigorous liberal arts curriculum infused with STEM innovation and social justice principles. Our award-winning programs include 86 state championships, 27,700 annual community service hours, and a 94% college continuation rate.Faculty members, 76% holding advanced degrees, create a supportive environment where critical thinking, technology integration, and mindfulness practices empower students to thrive in a global economy. As Utah's only four-time National Blue Ribbon School, we maintain century-long traditions while pioneering initiatives like mens dance and AI-focused education.
Services
College Counseling
Advanced Placement Courses
Athletic Programs
Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
Community Service Programs
STEM Education
Fine Arts Programs
Spiritual Development
Tuition Assistance
Career Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1921
Highlights and features
- 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensuring personalized attention
- 24 AP courses with 76% faculty holding advanced degrees
- 85% student participation in sports or activities
- $24 million in annual college scholarships for graduates
- Seven annual retreats for spiritual and personal development
Associations and certifications
- National Blue Ribbon School
What people say
Diverse student body
Strong college preparation
Supportive community
Excellent faculty
Character development focus
Services
Advanced Placement Courses
Our 24 AP courses challenge students with college-level academics while maintaining a supportive learning environment. Faculty with advanced degrees emphasize critical thinking and real-world applications. This rigorous curriculum consistently produces top-scoring students in state assessments.
Athletic Programs
With 86 state championships, our athletics develop discipline and teamwork through 100 years of tradition. Programs include sports medicine certifications and mindfulness training. Student-athletes learn balance and commitment beyond competition.
College Counseling
Personalized guidance helps students navigate college applications to 186 universities across 41 states. Counselors maintain 94% post-secondary enrollment rates through academic planning and scholarship assistance.
Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
Student organizations like Black Student Union and Latinos Unidos foster inclusion. Social justice curriculum and retreats create a sanctuary for diverse identities while addressing systemic barriers to success.
Spiritual Development
Seven annual retreats and Kairos programs nurture spiritual growth. Theology courses and community service requirements integrate Catholic values with modern ethical challenges through Cura Personalis principles.
People
Patrick Lambert
Principal
Class of '97 alumnus leading with Catholic educational values, emphasizing holistic development and social justice. Advocates for inclusive education through 100-year tradition of academic excellence and community service.
Louise Hendrickson
Vice Principal
Supports academic programs and student development initiatives, maintaining the school's commitment to 21st-century educational innovation while preserving century-old traditions of excellence.
Trevor Leafe
Dean of Students
Manages student life programs focusing on character development, behavioral support, and fostering the school's inclusive community environment through established disciplinary frameworks.
Questions
What makes Judge Memorial unique among Utah high schools?
We combine Catholic values with 21st-century education, offering 24 AP courses, 86 state championships, and Utah's only four-time National Blue Ribbon recognition.
Does the school offer financial assistance?
66% of students receive tuition assistance, with our community raising $24 million annually in college scholarships for graduates.
What extracurricular opportunities exist?
26 student clubs, 86 state championships in athletics, and 27,700 annual community service hours through our Christian service program.
How does the school support student well-being?
Five dedicated social/emotional counselors, mindfulness mornings, and seven annual retreats including Kairos for juniors/seniors.
What college preparation resources are available?
Personalized college counseling, 186 universities accepting our graduates, and a 94% post-secondary enrollment rate.
