Thank you for your interest in Saint Francis Xavier School. We serve students from pre-school (3 year olds) to grade 8.
We are a Catholic school, but we welcome students of any religion.Our commitment to the Catholic faith enables us to provide a firm moral foundation to our students while also providing them with an excellent education.
Our goal is to nurture the "whole" person mind, body, heart and soul. Personal tours are available throughout the year. For more information visit www.sfxvt.org.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,350
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1862
Student Body
Total Students
227 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
18 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
navy polo with khaki pants/skirts or jumpers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rate for non-Catholics is $6,725. Reduced rates are given for multiple students from one family.
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Boy/Cub Scouts, Campus Ministry, DCF Lunch Bunch, Faith in Action Team, Girl Scouts, MathCounts, Technology Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls on the Run
Boy/Cub Scouts, Campus Ministry, DCF Lunch Bunch, Faith in Action Team, Girl Scouts, MathCounts, Technology Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls on the Run
School Notes
- The Sr. Imelda Caissie Early Education Center at St. Francis Xavier School offers full and half day Pre-School (3 year olds) and full-day Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten programs. The Elementary and Middle School Programs allow our students to develop socially and academically in a loving and encouraging environment. Our curriculum includes: Religion Physical, Life, and Earth Sciences, Math, pre-Algebra and Algebra, Language Arts, Social Studies, French Spanish, Computer Applications, Physical Education, Art, and Music
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Francis Xavier School cost?
St. Francis Xavier School's tuition is approximately $5,350 for private students.
What schools are St. Francis Xavier School often compared to?
St. Francis Xavier School is often viewed alongside schools like Mater Christi School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Francis Xavier School offer?
St. Francis Xavier School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country and Softball.
What is St. Francis Xavier School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Xavier School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Xavier School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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