St. Edmond's Academy
Saint Edmond`s Academy, a Catholic, Independent school, educates the St. Edmond's Academy is a community of families, educators, and partners inspired by the values of the Gospel. In the Holy Cross tradition, we are committed to the education of young boys from Early Childhood through 8th grade. Incorporating contemporary thought with individualized instruction, a challenging 21st century curriculum, and a focus on the core values of heart, mind, hope, zeal, and family, St. Edmond's Academy develops boys of character in a community of faith.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked DE School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Edmond's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1959
Student Body
Total Students
246 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Red polos, khaki shorts (warm weather), red blazer, tie (cold weather grades 4-8)
Red polos, khaki shorts (warm weather), red blazer, tie (cold weather grades 4-8)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$10,600-$17,950
% on Financial Aid
45%
Admissions Director
Juliana McClellan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
3D Printing Club, Chess Club, Creative Writing Club, Digital Media, Geography Bee, Math League, Public Speaking, Science Olympiad Team, Student Council, Theatre Tech
Arts and Music Programs:
Academy Singers, Band Program, Jazz Band, Men's Ensemble, Spring Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rugby
3D Printing Club, Chess Club, Creative Writing Club, Digital Media, Geography Bee, Math League, Public Speaking, Science Olympiad Team, Student Council, Theatre Tech
Arts and Music Programs:
Academy Singers, Band Program, Jazz Band, Men's Ensemble, Spring Musical
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rugby
School Notes
- Saint Edmond's Academy is a Catholic, independent school for boys in Wilmington, Delaware. The Academy provides challenging, structured, skills-based, and advanced programs in a caring, nurturing, and safe environment in the unique educational tradition of the Brothers of Holy Cross. This educational tradition focuses on students' responsibility, independence, self-esteem, integrity, and sense of community, in accordance with Catholic values and integrating contemporary thought and theory on the development of boys. Students today are the future. As we shape this future through the teaching of our students at Saint Edmond's Academy, we are concerned with leading students to understand and to live Christianity; to become informed and active citizens; to be in a nurturing environment of collaboration, supported by a family spirit; to be respectful of personal, social, racial, political, religious, gender, and linguistic diversity; to participate in the life of the Church and daily dialog with faith and knowledge, faith and experience, and faith and culture; to maintain standards of excellence which are measurable; and to maintain a global perspective.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Edmond's Academy offer?
St. Edmond's Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is St. Edmond's Academy's ranking?
St. Edmond's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Edmond's Academy?
The application deadline for St. Edmond's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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