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#144 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 31% of private schools
St Catherines School
School
6001 GROVE AVE, Richmond, VA 23226
Enrollment
906
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
906
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#144 of 457
In Richmond
#14 of 34
public schools
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About St Catherines School
St Catherines School is a private school in Richmond, VA. St Catherines School serves approximately 906 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Catherines School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, St Catherines School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Catherines School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Catherines School compares to 95 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Catherines School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Mary Munford Elementary | 7.5 |
| Tuckahoe Elementary | 8.0 |
| Crestview Elementary | 6.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson High | 8.4 |
| Southampton Elementary | 1.6 |
| Three Chopt Elementary | 7.0 |
| Charles M. Johnson Elementary | 2.5 |
| Albert Hill Middle | 5.3 |
| Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary | 5.7 |
| Douglas S. Freeman High | 6.0 |
| Huguenot High | 5.5 |
| Ridge Elementary | 2.0 |
| William Fox Elementary | 5.2 |
| Tuckahoe Middle | 4.3 |
| Skipwith Elementary | 3.2 |
| Crestwood Elementary | 4.9 |
| Linwood Holton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Lucille M. Brown Middle | 2.1 |
| Maybeury Elementary | 4.6 |
| Dogwood Middle | 3.6 |
Showing 20 of 95 schools. View all schools in Richmond
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6001 GROVE AVE, Richmond, VA 23226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Catherines School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson High (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tuckahoe Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary Munford Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Richmond | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTHAMPTON DAY SCHOOL Richmond | 0.7 mi | — |
| MONUMENT HEIGHTS DAY SCHOOL LLC Richmond | 1.0 mi | — |
| BENJAMIN & LILLIAN ROCHKIND YESHIVA OF VIRGINIA Richmond | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SHAAREI TORAH OF RICHMOND Richmond | 1.1 mi | — |
| TUCKAHOE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Mary Munford Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| COMMONWEALTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Richmond | 1.8 mi | — |
| Crestview Elementary Richmond | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Southampton Elementary Richmond | 2.1 mi | 1.6 |
| Tuckahoe Elementary Richmond | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Three Chopt Elementary Richmond | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Charles M. Johnson Elementary Richmond | 2.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson High Richmond | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| RUDLIN TORAH ACADEMY Richmond | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Albert Hill Middle Richmond | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Huguenot High Richmond | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary Richmond | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Richmond | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Douglas S. Freeman High Richmond | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,554
Median Home Value
$496,300
Median Rent
$1,725/mo
Population
15,764
College Educated
74.8%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KING ABDULLAH ACADEMY Herndon, VA | 7.2 |
| ST ANNE'S-BELFIELD SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA | 6.5 |
| ATLANTIC SHORES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake, VA | 6.4 |
| NORFOLK CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Norfolk, VA | 6.2 |
| CAPE HENRY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Virginia Beach, VA | 6.1 |
| THE STEWARD SCHOOL Richmond, VA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Catherines School
What grades does St Catherines School serve?
St Catherines School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Catherines School?
St Catherines School has an enrollment of approximately 906 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Catherines School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Catherines School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Catherines School rank in VA?
St Catherines School ranks #144 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is St Catherines School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Catherines School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Catherines School a private school?
Yes, St Catherines School is a private all-girls school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Catherines School a religious school?
St Catherines School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 906
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 136
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richmond city
- Phone
- (804) 288-2804
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