Purcell Marian is a Roman Catholic, co-educational high school serving a multi-racial student body of many faiths with differing backgrounds and educational needs.

In 2020, it was revealed that at least four Marian clergy who served at the school had been accused of committing acts of sex abuse.

The inscription includes the school's motto, Praestans Inter Omnes, and the date of foundation.

Purcell Marian High School offers three academic pathways[8] - the International Baccalaureate Program/Cavalier Scholars Program, College Prep, and General.

[10] The move allowed Purcell Marian to play more Cincinnati-based high schools and significantly cut down on travel.

[11] In late 2020, Purcell Marian purchased two key properties that will allow the high school to expand its athletics facilities, and build a football stadium, Purcell Marian has been looking to bring this project to fruition since the late 1990s, but it couldn’t acquire all of the properties it needed.

[14][15] Purcell Marian offers 25+ extracurriculars, including athletics, academic clubs, and service groups.