St. Francis Xavier School

Since its beginning in 1938, the ongoing growth and expansion of St.
Francis Xavier School has continued to provide an excellent Catholic education for elementary students throughout Lee County, Florida.
Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we are called to serve the children of St.
Francis Xavier School, Pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, by providing instruction and formation in the beliefs, values, and traditions of our Catholic faith and by offering quality academic programs.
The St. Francis Xavier School community strives to strengthen Catholic identity, preserve the Franciscan tradition, develop intellectual and creative potential, and respond to one another's needs through service.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 510 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 Florida for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
510 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
St. Francis Xavier School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: To Be Like Christ in all that we think, do, and say while experiencing the joy of learning.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Francis Xavier School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida 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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 510 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Fort Myers, FL is $12,429 for elementary schools and $13,932 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Fort Myers, FL is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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