We look forward to the opportunity to share our amazing school with you! We are a diverse community with students in JK through Grade 8.
Our large campus, big classrooms, and smaller student class size allow us to provide an environment focused on active learning.
We strive to continue the tradition of providing affordable private school education to all families regardless of faith or ethnic background.  Call us to schedule a tour!.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,260
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Feb. 28 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1963
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011

Student Body

Total Students
353 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
19 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / Feb. 28 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Lower rate for Catholics. Sibling discount offered. Financial aid available.
% on Financial Aid
33%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$750
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Heather Topich

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book Club, Robotics

Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir, Drama Program

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club, Zumba Fitness

School Notes

  • Our Lady of Lourdes is a Catholic Elementary School in the Catholic Diocese of Richmond, Virginia. It serves students from Jr. Kindergarten through Eighth grade. The mission of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is to challenge our students to be courageous learners and hopeful, thankful servants who care for others with a Christ-like spirit of respect, integrity, and service rooted in Catholic teaching.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School cost?

Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School's tuition is approximately $10,260 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 83%.

What sports does Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School offer?

Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball and Track and Field.

What is Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School's ranking?

Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School?

The application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School is Dec. 15 / Feb. 28 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Feb. 28 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
If you`re looking for an affordable private school that will nurture your whole child, look no further! We checked out multiple schools in RVA and found everything we wanted for our child at Our Lady of Lourdes (and P.S. we are not Catholic but appreciate the morals and values that are instilled through a Catholic education). OLL is a special place that offers a top-tier education and emphasizes character development. The teachers are kind, creative, communicative, and age-appropriately rigorous. The school also has incredible support staff (a social worker, a full-time nurse, math and reading specialist). The principal is hands-on, positive, and supportive. Parents are involved and volunteer at a variety of events, so it`s easy to connect and build community. I couldn`t be happier with our choice to send our daughter here! She is THRIVING both socially and academically, and her teachers have been instrumental in helping her build confidence and self-discipline. I 10/10 recommend OLL!
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5  
I could go on forever explaining in great detail how amazing and such a blessing this school has been for our us and our sons. However, in summary, we went through three previous schools to get our son into the right environment public/private, it is hard to make those transitions especially with transitioning out of the military, moving into a new house, starting a new career, and wanting the best for your children. We have finally found it here. God works in mysterious ways and there is always light in the darkest of times. Our oldest who is a 3rd grader before switching from another private school was told he wouldn`t be able to progress, he would have to be retained in the 2nd grade, and was even assumed to have a learning disability. A child with ADHD or any special accommodations needs support, consistency, and most importantly positive reinforcement with love. An environment of empathy, and compassion, due to this school and its amazing staff, the principal, the school social worker, and the loving, positive, accommodating, proactive, and supportive environment OLL has provided us from day one has not only re-instilled our trust in educators, it has built deep trust and self-esteem in our sons. He is thriving, happy to be in school, and has ALL As and Bs as of current and even received the courage award! He is talking about trying hard to obtain second honors. We have seen a complete change in his behaviors, and academics, and is showing the world that he can defy and go against what was assumed of him and what others believed he could not achieve. A true educator meets the child where they are and gets them where they are meant to be. They do not give up on them or push them off to the side because they are perceived as "too difficult", or not fitting into their "expectations" or attempting to find what`s wrong with the child instead of what`s wrong with their approach. Children are all different, and that requires different approaches and that is what you will find here! OLL has become our family and community. We fully support, you and would do whatever we need and can do, to show our appreciation. To love my children as their own, and reach them respectfully, and safely has my heart forever. I have the deepest respect for the staff and Dr. Jacobsen. Our sons love the school, love the staff, and love the community. Brings tears to my eyes to know we have finally found our home. Truly grateful. THANK YOU OLL!!
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5  
We were at another private elementary/middle school and switched to OLL for middle school. We were so glad we did. The community here is welcoming, loving and supportive of all different types of kids and families. They were much more inclusive than I assumed they would be being Catholic. The teachers go above and beyond and their school social worker is excellent is facilitating solutions to individual student learning challenges. We are so glad we made the switch and found this gem of a school for our kids and family.
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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,260
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Feb. 28 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Virginia is $13,463 for elementary schools and $17,248 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Virginia is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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