
1890
Building
A hub of college prep in the heart of the city
Named after the year in which it was built, the historically certified 1890 Building serves to prepare young men for their futures. With dedicated facilities for outdoor gatherings, religious services, athletic training, and rigorous academics, the building welcomes students to find and build their paths forward.
Courtyard
Located in the center of the 1890 Building, our courtyard provides open space for our teams’ pep rallies — and a spot for students to enjoy lunch.
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Gym
Built before the invention of basketball, our gym is a historical and cultural landmark that has helped us secure a total of 109 athletic championships — including 65 in basketball.
Roman’s athletic program equips student-athletes to build teamwork and independent thinking skills across 35 teams — including multiple freshman programs and 17 varsity sports.
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World language labs
Housing over 130 years of language history, these labs combine tradition and cutting-edge technology to prepare students for a global future.
The computer lab enables and reinforces language skills with interactive training.
Mock trial courtroom
Award-winning design firm Strada LLC took inspiration from leading law schools to create our mock trial courtroom, which opened in 2019. As the only courtroom of its kind in Philadelphia, this space hosts regional competitions and helps hone students’ legal skills
Roman boasts the largest mock trial program in Pennsylvania and seven consecutive Mock Trial City championships.


Science labs
Our fully equipped STEM and technology labs provide hands-on reinforcement for students’ exploration of biology, chemistry, and physics. In addition to accessing our state-of-the-art 3D printer, students can choose from courses in astronomy (in partnership with The Franklin Institute), sports medicine (in partnership with Rothman Orthopaedic Institute), anatomy, and physiology.
Chapel
Students gather in our chapel to reflect on, and grow, their faith. Prayer services and liturgies are held regularly throughout the school year.

Find your son’s place at Roman
Student health is our top priority. In addition to mask-wearing, social distancing, and enhanced sanitizing protocols, we’ve implemented a hybrid instructional model for the 2020-2021 school year. Our students alternate between in-person and virtual learning to ensure a safe, successful school experience.
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