parochial school
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of parochial school
First recorded in 1745–55
Example Sentences
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Negro has twice been named national coach of the year by Max Preps, leading the Bellflower parochial school to a record of 177-30 in 16 seasons, winning four CIF State championships and two national titles.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026
He grew up in New Orleans, where he attended parochial school.
From New York Times • Jan. 27, 2024
I was born into the Catholic faith, but was not enrolled in parochial school.
From Salon • Dec. 29, 2022
Roughly 8 percent chose a school “outside the United States,” while 7 percent switched to a private or parochial school and 2 percent opted for home schooling.
From Washington Post • Dec. 5, 2022
On the far right was the scout who recruited for an athletically high-powered parochial school.
From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben
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