School

Often referred to as Andover, the academy was founded by Samuel Phillips, Jr., during the American Revolution. Paul Revere designed the school's seal, and John Hancock signed its Act of Incorporation. Andover seeks students from diverse ethnic, racial, socioeconomic and geographic backgrounds, drawing students from nearly every state and roughly 30 foreign countries and providing financial aid for both needy and middle-class families.

Central Catholic High School is a coeducational college preparatory high school with an enrollment of over 1,350 students who come from 45 towns and four countries. The school embraces students with diverse ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Advanced Placement and honors courses are available in a variety of disciplines as well as dual-credit university courses in physics and forensics. Instruction is offered in several areas including fine and performing arts, visual arts, choral music and theatre.