Villa Duchesne School vs. John Burroughs School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Villa Duchesne School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
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John Burroughs School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
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School History
Overview
We are a member of the International Network of Sacred Heart Schools, linked with more than 150 Sacred Heart schools in 30 countries.
Our high school students may study for a quarter or semester at one of our sister schools in Asia, Australia, Europe, or South America with shorter exchanges in North America available for our middle school students.
You will find our elementary school students playing the music of Japan; exploring the geography of Zimbabwe; or studying the language of France.
By integrating technology with the curriculum, our students video conference with schools in Taiwan; take virtual field trips to Colonial America; and email student "pen pals" in Israel.
The international scope of Sacred Heart education fosters the global awareness vital for student success in the 21st century.
Burroughs is a college preparatory school offering a core curriculum that provides a broad base of knowledge and skills in the humanities; STEM; the arts; athletics, health and wellness; global awareness and cultural competency; and service and sustainability. A world-class faculty (78 percent hold advanced degrees) teaches a challenging curriculum in small classes (average size is 13).
Faculty average 21 years teaching experience and establish meaningful relationships with our students.
Our size is critical having around 100-115 students per grade allows our students to be well known and well supported. Students hail from nearly 60 ZIP codes from throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area and a broad range of racial, ethnic, religious and socio-economic backgrounds.
They are encouraged to be active in the classroom with their heads up, eyes open and minds engaged.
In classes, which are generally run seminar style, students learn to be discerning readers, critical thinkers, articulate communicators and analytical problem solvers.
The Burroughs experience is distinguished by a mix of informality, traditions (such as morning assembly and family-style lunch) and a culture that puts a premium on ethics, inclusivity, student government, technology and international experiences.
Admission is based on school records, recommendations, an entrance exam and an interview.
Personal qualities and character are a major consideration. Financial aid is available to those who need assistance with tuition.
Grades Offered
PK-12
7-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Year Founded
1929
1923
Students Body
Total Students
447 students
660 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
47%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
14
-
Kindergarten Students
13
-
Grade 1 Students
13
-
Grade 2 Students
8
-
Grade 3 Students
27
-
Grade 4 Students
15
-
Grade 5 Students
8
-
Grade 6 Students
13
-
Grade 7 Students
37
100
Grade 8 Students
39
107
Grade 9 Students
58
111
Grade 10 Students
62
116
Grade 11 Students
78
115
Grade 12 Students
62
111
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
103 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
80%
78%
Average Class Size
15
13
Number of AP Classes
13
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Teacher : Student Ratio
1:8
1:6
Average SAT score
1300
1480
Average ACT score
28
33
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(School Uniform)
(School Uniform)
Casual
(no dress code)
(no dress code)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Nov. 16 / Jan. 17 / rolling
Dec. 8 / Jan. 9
Tuition Cost
$21,060
$34,700
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $6,258 to $21,060.
no charge for before/after care & lunch is also included
% on Financial Aid
24%
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$24,000
Acceptance Rate
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45%
Admissions Director
Therese Hagemeister
Meridith Thorpe
Admissions Associate
Tori Weldon
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
11
19
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
20
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Admissions Ambassadors, Campus Ministry, CARE Club, Dance Team, Debate Club, Environmental Club, French Club, Liturgy Choir, Math Club, Mock Trial Team, National Honor Society, Pax Christi, Pro-Life Club, Show Choir, Spanish Club, Speech Team, Student Council, Thespian Society, Varsity Club, Women at the Well
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