Villa Duchesne provides a Catholic education in the Sacred Heart tradition, focused on fostering faith, intellect, social awareness, relationships, and personal growth in a community with love at the center for boys and girls age 3 through grade 6 and young women grades 7-12.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Yearly Tuition: $28,820
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Villa Duchesne School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1929
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
564 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
79%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Literature and Composition, AP AB Calculus, AP BC Calculus, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP European History, AP French, AP Government Politics, AP Language and Composition, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP US History
Average SAT score
1300
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,820
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $8,600 to $28,820.
% on Financial Aid
34%
Admissions Director
Therese Hagemeister
Admissions Associate
Kimberly Saur
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
30 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Admissions Ambassadors, Campus Ministry, Computer Science Club, Dance Team, Debate Club, Diversity Club, E-Sports, French Club, Glamor Gals, Heart to Heart, House Leadership Program, Mock Trial Team, MT Cultural Service Club, National Honor Society, Prayer + Purpose Club, Pro-Life Club, Service Central, Spanish Club, START (STL Teens Aiding Refugees Today), Student Council, Tabletop Gaming, Veterans and First Responders Club, Villa Smile Club, Villa's Closet, Women's Empowerment Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Liturgy Choir, Show Choir, Thespian Society
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickelball, Varsity Club
Admissions Ambassadors, Campus Ministry, Computer Science Club, Dance Team, Debate Club, Diversity Club, E-Sports, French Club, Glamor Gals, Heart to Heart, House Leadership Program, Mock Trial Team, MT Cultural Service Club, National Honor Society, Prayer + Purpose Club, Pro-Life Club, Service Central, Spanish Club, START (STL Teens Aiding Refugees Today), Student Council, Tabletop Gaming, Veterans and First Responders Club, Villa Smile Club, Villa's Closet, Women's Empowerment Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Liturgy Choir, Show Choir, Thespian Society
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickelball, Varsity Club
School Notes
- Villa Duchesne provides a Catholic education in the Sacred Heart tradition, focused on fostering faith, intellect, social awareness, relationships, and personal growth in a community with love at the center for boys and girls age 3 through grade 6 and young women grades 7-12.
- Our 60-acre campus provides a rich backdrop for indoor and outdoor learning. Whether boys and girls in our Lower School or young women in our Upper School, Villa students learn in a community where academics and spiritual development are inextricably linked. As a result, their minds are stretched and their hearts are inspired, deepening the relevance and resonance of every lesson. We believe that when we educate the whole student in this way, they develop both the academic and self-knowledge to change the world.
- Villa graduates are strong in faith and secure in their foundation. They know how to build relationships and be a part of a community. They are confident learners and creative problem solvers. Our students forge lifelong friendships during their time at Villa and share a hopeful vision for the future. We truly believe every child has the power to change the world!
- Villa is a member of the International Network of Sacred Heart Schools, linked with more than 150 schools in 30 countries. We have a 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio and are committed to affordable education with Family Individualized Tuition (FIT).
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Villa Duchesne School cost?
Villa Duchesne School's tuition is approximately $28,820 for private students.
What schools are Villa Duchesne School often compared to?
Villa Duchesne School is often viewed alongside schools like Visitation Academy Of St. Louis by visitors of our site.
What sports does Villa Duchesne School offer?
Villa Duchesne School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Villa Duchesne School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for most sports offered.
What is Villa Duchesne School's ranking?
Villa Duchesne School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Villa Duchesne School?
The application deadline for Villa Duchesne School is Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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