St. Francis Xavier School is a Catholic elementary school for children in grade Pre-School through 8.
Staffed by the Sisters of Mercy and dedicated Christian lay people, it is committed to academic excellence and the reinfordement of religious and moral values.
St. Francis Xavier School maintains a safe and caring child centered and family oriented enviornment.
The mission of St. Francis Xavier School is to pass on the Gospel values and rich heritage of the Catholic faith, to assist parents in the spiritual, moral, and academic education of their children and to prepare our students to be faith filled members of the Church.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
190 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Francis Xavier School often compared to?
St. Francis Xavier School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Theresa Of Calcutta Catholic School (McSherrystown Campus) by visitors of our site.
What is St. Francis Xavier School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Xavier School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Xavier School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Francis Xavier School is Gettysburg Seventh-day Adventist Church School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Adams County Christian Academy (3.4 miles away)
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Grades: PK-8 | 396 students 24.1 miles 87 Marsh Drive
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-4826
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-4826
24.1
PK-8
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School Reviews
5 3/5/2013
The teachers are exceptional. The take the time to get to know every student and teach them according to how they learn. My children have improved in so many areas of academics since they started here. The Music program is amazing under the direction of Ms. Kelly Silvestri. Students are consistently recognized for their achievements in academics and athletics.
5 8/20/2012
St Francis offers an excellent education in a caring atmosphere. There exists the sense of family. Math and language arts education are excellent. I would highly recommend St Francis to any prospective parents.
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