Holy Spirit School

Holy Spirit School is a parish school in the Diocese of Arlington that educates children from Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade.
We are a fully accredited school through the Virginia Catholic Education Association.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 461 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,979
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Holy Spirit School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1966
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2008

Student Body

Total Students
461 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Holy Spirit School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Gray pants or skirt with burgundy polo shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition amount is determined based on whether the student(s) are baptized in the Catholic faith and whether the family is registered and an active parishioner at Holy Spirit Church.
Admissions Director
Mrs. Lori Martin
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holy Spirit School cost?
Holy Spirit School's tuition is approximately $7,979 for private students.
What sports does Holy Spirit School offer?
Holy Spirit School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Cross Country.
What is Holy Spirit School's ranking?
Holy Spirit School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Spirit School?
The application deadline for Holy Spirit School is Feb. 1.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
Our family has been part of the Holy Spirit community for five years now, and we couldn't be happier. While we did have one difficult year that was very teacher-specific, that teacher is no longer at the school, and every year since has been a wonderful experience.The resource team is absolutely amazing. They go above and beyond to make reasonable accommodations and modify schoolwork based on each child's diagnosis and individual needs. It's clear they truly care about supporting every student's success.This is our second year with the new principal, and we've only seen positive changes come about under her leadership. The school community itself is exceptional. The parents are kind and involved, and the school does an incredible job creating fun and meaningful events for the students throughout the year.We genuinely love Holy Spirit and highly recommend it to any family looking for a supportive, faith-filled, and nurturing school environment.
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5  
We've been at Holy Spirit for a very long time now (almost 15 years). All of our children have thrived there and have gone on to do very well in high school. The school overall has high academic standards and encourages a respectful environment among teachers and students. The Catholic identity informs all of the classes and activities, and it makes a difference how people in the building treat one another. I think the school has done a consistently good job of communicating with the parents. More work is demanded of the students than is typical in some other schools, but the amount of homework has significantly decreased over the years, and I think it's quite manageable. My older children made friends at Holy Spirit that they still keep in touch with, years after graduation. The community of parents is very welcoming, and there are several school events to get involved in. As with any school, some classes of kids are better or worse than others, some teachers are more adept than others, and some years are better than others. No school is perfect, but we've been happy at Holy Spirit and pleased with the formation for our children. I encourage you to visit for yourself and watch interactions inside and outside of the classroom.
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5  
We have been at Holy Spirit for 4 years since 2021. We have seen nothing but improvements every year as they strive to improve and balance Academics, Safety, School Spirit, and Family Engagement. No school is perfect, however Holy Spirit is not static, they are dynamically tweaking and improving based on constant vigilance and engaging parents for feedback. Not only are we content with school experience but also their growth. We originally chose Holy Spirit, while living in another state, from a spreadsheet of metrics that include school population, campus size, outdoor recreational opportunities, social media transparency, capital improvements underway or planned, and so forth. In hind sight we are super happy and fortunate with our selection and will be sad to leave this new school "family".
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 461 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,979
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1
  • Source: Verified school update

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