St. Francis Xavier School

St. Francis Xavier School serves 113 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Francis Xavier School is 23:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 113 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,450
  • 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 Indiana for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
113 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
St. Francis Xavier School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Cultivating the full potential of each individual through the pursuit of academic, spiritual, and personal excellence.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Francis Xavier School cost?
St. Francis Xavier School's tuition is approximately $1,450 for private students.
What is St. Francis Xavier School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
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 Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 113 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,450
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Lake County, IN is $6,927 for elementary schools and $7,008 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lake County, IN is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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