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History

Marquette Catholic High School was founded by the Ursuline Sisters in 1927 at the request of Bishop Griffin, the Bishop of Springfield in Illinois. This school was the first coeducational secondary school in the diocese. The primary purpose of the school was to aid parents in the education of their children. The school served the people of greater Alton. The Ursulines have a history of educating the youth of the Alton area that goes back to 1859.

In 1992 the Alton Ursulines gave up sponsorship of Marquette. Bishop Daniel Ryan brought the school under the sponsorship of the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois and Marquette became a diocesan high school.

In May of 2007, Bishop George Lucas transferred ownership to the Marquette School Board, making Marquette an “independent” Catholic High School.  The Bishop and Diocese of Springfield in Illinois still have ultimate authority in all matters religious/Catholic, but the School Board with the Principal run the day-to-day operations.

Our Facilities

The recently renovated Commons and Gymnasium is a perfect setting for your next class reunion, trivia fundraiser or wedding reception.  To schedule your event please contact Mrs. Meg Miller, MCHS Alumni Relations Coordinator.