Catholic schools in the United States

Catholic schools in the United States constitute the largest number of private Christian schools nationwide, also called parochial schools. They are accredited by independent and/or U.S. state education agencies, and teachers are generally state certified teachers, some may also be religious (Brothers, Sisters) and in Holy Orders (priests). Catholic schools are supported primarily through tuition payments and fundraising, and typically enroll students irrespective of their religious background. Most are associated with a diocese and often a parish, and generally require the permission of the local Catholic bishop to operate.