Saint Bridget School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked VA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 513 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,600
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 5 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Saint Bridget School 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	Saint Bridget School
Pre-K	36
Kind	60
1	64
2	55
3	56
4	44
5	52
6	51
7	53
8	42

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Grade 1 largest at 64 students, making it the biggest class and slightly above Kindergarten's 60.

Year Founded

1952

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Student Body

Total Students

513 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform Required

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS)
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 5 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,600

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Tuition Notes

Catholic student rate is $9,600 for one child and per child rate is reduced as family\'s enrollment increases. Non-parishioner rate is $16,000 per student

Admissions Director

Allyson McTaggart

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFlag Football

GolfSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Chess ClubLeadership Council

Lego ClubRobotics Club

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Drama

School Notes

The mission of Saint Bridget Catholic School is to provide a strong academic curriculum in a Christ-centered environment that fosters spiritual growth, moral development, and the pursuit of excellence in the whole person.

Saint Bridget School, rooted in the richness of Catholic tradition, will creatively and enthusiastically challenge our learning community to:
sustain a Christ-centered envirionment.
cultivate the potential of each child.
teach Gospel values and integrate them into daily life.
provide opportunities for prayer, worship, stewardship, and service.
prepare each student to be a life-long learner who is able to make responsible choices reflecting the teachings of Jesus Christ.
challenge and empower the faculty and staff to continually evaluate the present so they can better design the future, building on the school's foundation and rich heritage for present and future generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Saint Bridget School cost?

Saint Bridget School's tuition is approximately $9,600 for private students.

What sports does Saint Bridget School offer?

Saint Bridget School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Saint Bridget School's ranking?

Saint Bridget 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 Saint Bridget School?

The application deadline for Saint Bridget School is Dec. 5 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 5 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Saint Bridget School located?

Saint Bridget School is located in the Three Chopt neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 6 other private schools located in Three Chopt.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Richmond, VA is $16,957 for elementary schools and $19,947 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Richmond, VA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).