The Basilica School Of St. Mary (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked VA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 713 students
Average class size: 26 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 4 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Basilica School Of St. Mary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	The Basilica School Of St. Mary
Pre-K	12
Kind	77
1	80
2	75
3	81
4	79
5	78
6	77
7	75
8	78
Ungraded	1

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Grade 3 has the most students with 81, slightly more than Grade 1 at 80 and Grade 4 at 79.

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild learning differences

Year Founded

1869

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2009

Student Body

Total Students

713 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

39 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

26 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Students must conform to school uniform policies

List of Courses Offered

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 4 / rolling

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

TennisTrack and Field

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Other Activities:

BandChoir

Corporal Works of MercyDrama Club

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School Notes

The Basilica School of Saint Mary is a parish Catholic school operating under the auspices of the Diocese of Arlington and accredited by the Virginia Catholic Education Association (VCEA).
Grades pre-kindergarten through eighth are offered.

St. Mary's is a parish Catholic school operating under the auspices of the Diocese of Arlington and accredited by the Virginia Catholic Education Association (VCEA).
Grades pre-kindergarten through eighth are offered.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The Basilica School Of St. Mary often compared to?

The Basilica School Of St. Mary is often viewed alongside schools like St. Rita School by visitors of our site.

What sports does The Basilica School Of St. Mary offer?

The Basilica School Of St. Mary offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Tennis and Track and Field.

What is The Basilica School Of St. Mary's ranking?

The Basilica School Of St. Mary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Basilica School Of St. Mary?

The application deadline for The Basilica School Of St. Mary is Feb. 4 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 4 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is The Basilica School Of St. Mary located?

The Basilica School Of St. Mary is located in the Alexandria Historical District neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other private schools located in Alexandria Historical District.

School Reviews

5 2/28/2012

I attended St. Mary's from 1954-1962. It was a wonderful experience which more than prepared me for high school and college. It was several years before I truly realized how far St. Mary's curriculum was ahead of the public school system. I frequently recall my years at St. Mary's, and have never had a single regret. I have the highest regards for this school.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - kim.p

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The average private school tuition in Alexandria, VA is $22,024 for elementary schools and $47,300 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Alexandria, VA is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).