St. Agnes School vs. Saint Ann Catholic School
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St. Agnes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Saint Ann Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Overview
St. Agnes is not just a school, but a community - where a student's mind, body and spirit are nurtured and developed, equipping them to meet life's challenges.
St. Agnes provides a rigorous, faith-based education that gives students a superior academic foundation for high school and beyond.
We set high standards for academic performance and personal behavior.
Equally important is the secure, moral environment with traditional Christian values that promote character development and the strong, nurturing community that is an integral part of St. Agnes.
Younger students also interact with students in the upper grades through programs such as reading buddies, prayer partners, peer mediation, and academic tutoring.
Saint Ann Catholic School currently has spots available in Preschool, 1st, 3rd and 4th grades, for the 2025-2026 school year. If you would like to schedule a private weekday school tour or additional information please email: schooltours@stann.org Saint Ann Catholic School: A Community of Faith and ExcellenceSaint Ann Catholic School is more than just a school-it's a close-knit, supportive community where every child is known, valued, and nurtured.
With an average class size of 25 and our one-track approach, teachers are able to personalize instruction, ensuring academic excellence and strong moral formation for each student. Our Preschool program, with a small class size of 15 students, inspires young learners through play, exploration, creativity, and imagination, providing a strong foundation for lifelong success.
At Saint Ann, students receive daily religious education and attend Mass once a week, fostering spiritual growth alongside academic development. Our students are also deeply committed to community service, embodying the values of compassion and leadership.
Beyond core academics, students engage in interdisciplinary Specials classes, including art, music, physical education, library, and computers. Spanish instruction begins in kindergarten and becomes a core subject in middle school, preparing graduates to enter second-year high school Spanish.
At Saint Ann, we are united by our mission to BELIEVE, ACHIEVE, and INSPIRE-empowering students to grow in faith, excel academically, and lead with compassion. Discover the difference a Saint Ann Catholic School eduction can make.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
Yes, selected in 2009-2022
Yes, selected in 2011
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1946
1951
Students Body
Total Students
479 students
254 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
25%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
48
45
Kindergarten Students
46
19
Grade 1 Students
47
25
Grade 2 Students
48
19
Grade 3 Students
48
19
Grade 4 Students
48
31
Grade 5 Students
49
25
Grade 6 Students
48
26
Grade 7 Students
46
24
Grade 8 Students
51
21
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
26 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
65%
30%
Average Class Size
23
25
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:17
1:10
Average SAT score
n/a
680
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Formal
(Uniform - Winter and Summer)
(Uniform - Winter and Summer)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$8,800
Tuition Notes
Pre-K - $5200.00
Catholic - $6200.00 per student
Non-Catholic - $9800.00 per student
Tuition is tiered for Catholic families. Non-catholic students have a separate tuition rate.
% on Financial Aid
12%
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Admissions Director
n/a
Oriana MacGregor
Admissions Associate
n/a
Saint Ann
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
5
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
6
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Abrakadoodle, Chess Club, Choir, Junior Mechanical Engineering, Robotics Club, Student Council