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St. Francis De Sales High School

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St. Francis DeSales High School is Catholic high school of the Diocese of Columbus and a recognized "School of Excellence" as acknowledged by the United States Government.

The mission of St. Francis DeSales High School is to provide a holistic educational experience in the Catholic tradition which prepares the mind, body and spirit of each student.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked OH School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 893 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,900
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 12 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Francis De Sales High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1960

Colors

White, Purple

School Calendar

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1992, 2002

Student Body

Total Students

893 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

41%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

63 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

22 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

16 courses

AP/Advanced Courses

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and Composition

AP European HistoryAP Physics C: Mechanics

AP PsychologyAP U.S. Government & Politics

AP U.S. HistoryAP World History

French IV AP/French V APItalian IV AP

Latin IV APSpanish IV AP/Spanish V AP

Average SAT score

1160

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 12 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,900

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Admissions Director

Julie Barber

Admissions Associate

Kelsie Gerardi

School Notes

School Motto: FAITH. FAMILY. TRADITION.

St. Francis DeSales High School is Catholic high school of the Diocese of Columbus and a recognized "School of Excellence" as acknowledged by the United States Government. The mission of St. Francis DeSales High School is to provide a holistic educational experience in the Catholic tradition which prepares the mind, body and spirit of each student.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does St. Francis De Sales High School cost?

St. Francis De Sales High School's tuition is approximately $8,900 for private students.

What is St. Francis De Sales High School's ranking?

St. Francis De Sales High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Francis De Sales High School?

The application deadline for St. Francis De Sales High School is Jan. 12 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 12 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is St. Francis De Sales High School located?

St. Francis De Sales High School is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 7 other private schools located in Northland.

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5 4/28/2021

We have not had the chance to experience the school yet but I have not heard nothing but great things about St Francis De Sales

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked OH School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 893 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,900
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 12 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Columbus, OH is $12,744 for elementary schools and $19,100 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbus, OH is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).