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St. Frances Cabrini Academy

Many cultures. One family.  St. Frances Cabrini Academy is a Catholic grade school that educates by nurturing the growth of each child's mind, body, and spirit.
We celebrate our diversity while acting together to proclaim the Gospel.
We commit ourselves to justice, the value of a quality education for all, and the vibrancy of the city of St. Louis.
At St. Frances Cabrini Academy, education is about more than just reading, writing, and arithmetic.
The faculty of St. Frances Cabrini Academy recently created a comprehensive curriculum.
The curriculum builds upon the foundations of education and allows for a continuous strengthening of skills as students progress from kindergarten through the 8th grade. Within each grade, further goals have been defined.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,200
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Frances Cabrini Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
192 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
90%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
St. Frances Cabrini Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
16 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies based on the number of children you have attending.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Kaitlyn Holdmyer
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Children's Choir, Foreign Language Club - Spanish, Missions club, Robotics Club, School Garden, Scouting, Student Ambassadors

School Notes

  • St. Frances Cabrini Academy is a Catholic grade school that educates by nurturing the growth of each child's mind, body, and spirit. We celebrate our diversity while acting together to proclaim the Gospel. We commit ourselves to justice, the value of a quality education for all, and the vibrancy of the city of St. Louis. At St. Frances Cabrini Academy, education is about more than just reading, writing, and arithmetic. The faculty of St. Frances Cabrini Academy recently created a comprehensive curriculum. The curriculum builds upon the foundations of education and allows for a continuous strengthening of skills as students progress from kindergarten through the 8th grade. Within each grade, further goals have been defined.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Frances Cabrini Academy cost?
St. Frances Cabrini Academy's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Frances Cabrini Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Frances Cabrini Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does St. Frances Cabrini Academy offer?
St. Frances Cabrini Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Frances Cabrini Academy's ranking?
St. Frances Cabrini Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. Frances Cabrini Academy?
The application deadline for St. Frances Cabrini Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,200
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $16,705 for elementary schools and $21,235 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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