Dowling Catholic High School

Roman Catholic school serving grades 9-12 in West Des Moines, IA.

Location: 1400 Buffalo Rd, West Des Moines, IA, 50265
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,354 students
County: Polk
Phone: (515) 222-1041
NCES ID: 00458139

Does Dowling Catholic High School use the HSPT?

We have not independently confirmed that Dowling Catholic High School uses the HSPT. Catholic-school affiliation does not establish which entrance test a school uses. Ask the admissions office which test is required for the current application cycle.

Admissions information from the school

We found the following items on Dowling Catholic High School’s official website. Requirements and dates can change, so use the linked school pages to confirm the current application cycle.

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