Incarnate Word Academy is a Catholic, private, secondary school for young women, sponsored by the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.
The mission of Incarnate Word Academy is to challenge young women of faith to achieve their God-given potential as academically successful Women of the Word, following the example of Jesus, the Incarnate Word, by promoting human dignity, thereby empowering themselves and others to make a positive impact on our world.
The philosophy of Incarnate Word Academy is rooted in the mission of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.
Our task is to make visible the love of God as revealed in Jesus, the Incarnate Word, by promoting human dignity. The mission challenges us to raise the consciousness of our school community, to respect cultural diversity, to respond to the needs of the poor, to work for peace and justice, and to be ecologically responsible.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MO School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Incarnate Word Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1932
Colors
Red, Gold
Student Body
Total Students
287 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,495 (2021-22)
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Knight
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Incarnate Word Academy often compared to?
Incarnate Word Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph's Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Incarnate Word Academy's ranking?
Incarnate Word Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Incarnate Word Academy?
The application deadline for Incarnate Word Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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4389 Lindell Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 533-8513
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 533-8513
5.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 249 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(314) 544-1015
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(314) 544-1015
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All-girls (Catholic)
2307 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63131
(314) 394-4333
Saint Louis, MO 63131
(314) 394-4333
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(314) 625-9100
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(314) 984-2800
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(314) 984-2800
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