Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked WV School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Francis De Sales School
About the School
- St. Francis De Sales School serves 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Cognia.
- The student:teacher of St. Francis De Sales School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked WV School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Francis De Sales School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
197 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 10%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: “God belonged in the classroom.”
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Francis De Sales School cost?
St. Francis De Sales School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What is St. Francis De Sales School's ranking?
St. Francis De Sales School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis De Sales School?
The application deadline for St. Francis De Sales School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 8/12/2018
Wonderful school. I`m so glad I made the decision to send my kids here!
5 4/15/2016
I have grown up in this school since kindergarten. I highly recommend this school for those looking for a great education, with friends that will become like family over the years. The teachers are very kind and always try to help you do your best. Everyone is so supportive of each other. It really is like a family at SFDS!
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