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 Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked VT School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,240
- 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:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1862
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% 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 $9,115. Reduced rates are given for multiple students from one family.
Admissions Associate
Stacey Zierak
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Chess ClubGirl Scouts
Kindness Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Baseballbasketball
Cheer SquadCross Country
Girls on the RunT-Ball
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 $7,240 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 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball and Cross Country.
What is St. Francis Xavier School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Vermont for: 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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136 Locust St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Lake Champlain Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
359 Turtle Lane
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-2827
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-2827
7.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
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Lake Champlain Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
359 Turtle Lane
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-2827
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-2827
7.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
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136 Locust St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Lake Champlain Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
359 Turtle Lane
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-2827
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-2827
7.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
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Location
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136 Locust St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-6696
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 228 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Lake Champlain Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
359 Turtle Lane
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-2827
Shelburne, VT 05482
(802) 985-2827
7.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
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Centerpoint
Special Education School
81 West Canal Street
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 654-7711
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 654-7711
0.4 miles
Gr: NS | 21 students
Mill School (the)
Special Education School
278 E Allen St
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Tamim Academy
Alternative School (Jewish)
57 South Williams St.
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-5770
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-5770
1.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 32 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Augmentative Learning/movement Center
Special Education School
72 Ethan Allen Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
1.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students
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Mill School (the)
Special Education School
278 E Allen St
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students
Augmentative Learning/movement Center
Special Education School
72 Ethan Allen Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
1.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students
Centerpoint School
Special Education School
1025 Airport Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 488-7711
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 488-7711
2.1 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 40 students
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99 Proctor Avenue
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-6521
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 862-6521
3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 376 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Alternative School
1 Rock Point Road
Burlington, VT 05408
(802) 863-1104
Burlington, VT 05408
(802) 863-1104
4.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mill School (the)
Special Education School
278 E Allen St
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 419-6100
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Tamim Academy
Alternative School (Jewish)
57 South Williams St.
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-5770
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-5770
1.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 32 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Augmentative Learning/movement Center
Special Education School
72 Ethan Allen Dr
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 658-9175
1.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students
1 Executive Drive, P.O.Box 9435
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
2 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 30 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Centerpoint
Special Education School
81 West Canal Street
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 654-7711
Winooski, VT 05404
(802) 654-7711
0.4 miles
Gr: NS | 21 students
50 Mansfield Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 658-3992
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 357 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Y. M. C. A. Preschool And Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
266 College Street
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-9622
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-9622
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 122 students
1 Executive Drive, P.O.Box 9435
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
South Burlington, VT 05407
(802) 865-3344
2 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 30 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Stepping Stones Children's Center Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
75 Hayward St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 860-1915
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 860-1915
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 18 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Willsboro Central School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29 School Ln
Willsboro, NY 12996
(518) 963-4456
Willsboro, NY 12996
(518) 963-4456
9672.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 246 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Monkton Central School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1036 Monkton Road
Monkton, VT 05469
(802) 453-2314
Monkton, VT 05469
(802) 453-2314
9673.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 160 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Charlotte Central School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
408 Hinesburg Road
Charlotte, VT 05445
(802) 425-2771
Charlotte, VT 05445
(802) 425-2771
9673.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 407 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Robinson School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41 Parsonage Road
Starksboro, VT 05487
(802) 453-2949
Starksboro, VT 05487
(802) 453-2949
9673.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 121 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Keeseville Primary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Rt 22
Keeseville, NY 12944
(518) 834-2839
Keeseville, NY 12944
(518) 834-2839
9673.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 364 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
School Reviews
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Our student moved from public school to Saint Francis Xavier School this past year, and it was one of the best decisions we ever made as a family. The school''s approach to educating the whole person is very real. Our child was recognized and valued as a child of God, and was treated as such since day one. His teachers held him accountable and pushed him to heights he never thought possible. He now enjoys coming to school and has a zest for learning. We are thankful for the love and care the teachers provide, and the focus on educating the whole person in a Christ centered environment.
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