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Saint Benedict Catholic School is Richmond's oldest parochial school providing the only Catholic and Classical curriculum for grades JK-8. Since 1919, we've been proud to serve generations of Richmond's families from our central location in the historic Museum District.
Here's what our parents love about St. Benedict: Our wholesome, faith-filled, Classical education.... Our warm, welcoming and supportive small-school community.... Talented and dedicated faculty who know and nurture your child's success at every stage.... Well prepared graduates and conscientious citizens.
Non-Catholic JK-8
1 Student $10,572
2 Students $20,134
3 Students $30,200
4 Students $40,267
Catholic* JK-8
1 Student $7,354
2 Students $13,248
3 Students $17,472
4 Students $19,559*The Catholic Tuition Discount is only offered to actively practicing Roman Catholic families. The discount is funded by Catholic families for Catholic families, through the shared generosity of our parish and other Catholic parishes that are part of the Diocese of Richmond. To be eligible to receive the Catholic Tuition Discount, your family must be:
A registered and active member of a local Catholic parish in the Diocese of Richmond.
Students must be baptized and regularly attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation.
If offered an admissions contract, the family will receive a Catholic Verification form for their pastor to sign, verifying the above, in order to receive the Catholic Tuition Discount. This form must be signed annually by the Pastor in order to maintain the tuition discount. If you have recently moved to the area and do not currently have a parish home, we encourage you to reach out to your local Catholic parish.Admissions Consideration:
Acceptance is contingent upon the evaluation of academic records, recommendations and our own school assessments. There will be no distinction made as to race, sex, or nationality. As a ministry of St. Benedict Catholic Church, Catholic parents who are active members of Saint Benedict Church are given first consideration, followed by Catholics from other parishes, and then Non-Catholic students. Some preference is given to siblings of current students. The application deadline for first-round consideration is January 31st of each year for the following academic year. After that date, applicants are considered on a rolling basis.
When is the application deadline for St. Benedict Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Benedict Catholic School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. Benedict Catholic School located?
St. Benedict Catholic School is located in the Museum District neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 1 other private schools located in Museum District.
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