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Benedictine Military School

6502 Seawright Dr
Savannah, GA 31406

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Benedictine Military School is a Catholic military high school for boys located in Savannah, Georgia, United States.

It was founded in 1902 by the Benedictine monks of Savannah Priory, which still operates the school under the auspices of the Diocese of Savannah.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 408 students
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Benedictine Military School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1902

Colors

White, Grey, Maroon, White/Grey

School Calendar

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Campus Size

90 acres

Student Body

Total Students

408 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Benedictine Military School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

17 students

Number of AP Courses

7 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

active_catholic:$16,525 non_active:$18,025

Admissions Director

Kevin Farmer

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryDrill Team

FootballGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldWrestling

School Notes

School Mascot: Cadets

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Lilly (Honored with $15,000 scholarship by Savannah Quarterback Club, Plans to attend UGA) -
- Derrick Smith, Jr. '11 (Notable achievements remain unstated) -
- Christopher Williams '97 (Notable achievements remain unstated) -
- Sean Holcey '92 (Notable achievements remain unstated) -
- Dennis Jasper Famble '80 (Notable achievements remain unstated) -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Benedictine Military School?

Benedictine Military School famous alumni include: John Lilly (Honored with $15,000 scholarship by Savannah Quarterback Club, Plans to attend UGA), Derrick Smith, Jr. '11 (Notable achievements remain unstated), Christopher Williams '97 (Notable achievements remain unstated), Sean Holcey '92 (Notable achievements remain unstated) and Dennis Jasper Famble '80 (Notable achievements remain unstated).

What sports does Benedictine Military School offer?

Benedictine Military School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling.

What is Benedictine Military School's ranking?

Benedictine Military School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Benedictine Military School?

The application deadline for Benedictine Military School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Benedictine Military School located?

Benedictine Military School is located in the Oakdale neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 3 other private schools located in Oakdale.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked GA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 408 students
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Savannah, GA is $13,821 for elementary schools and $13,323 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Savannah, GA is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).