Located in the heart of the historic Chancellorsville area of Fredericksburg , Virginia , Saint Patrick's is a Roman Catholic elementary and middle school serving students throughout the region in grades Kindergarten through Eigth.
The mission of Saint Patrick School is to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Saint Patrick School adheres to the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church and addresses itself to the development of the whole student spiritually, academically, socially, and physically.
Saint Patrick School will provide a religious and intellectual environment of life-long learning that integrates the Catholic teachings of moral and spiritual truths within a Eucharistic community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,500
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Diocesan Schools Hold Mock "Conclaves" - 05/08/2025St. Patrick School in Fredericksburg also held its first-ever conclave May 1. Father William B. Schierer, parochial vicar, enlisted all 27 middle school boys to serve as cardinals.
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
Campus Size
8
Student Body
Total Students
184 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Associate
Monique Donlon
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Team
School Notes
- School Motto: Finding Greatness Within
- School Mascot: Knight
- Saint Patrick Catholic School is a place where each student receives the best education while living the Gospel values each day. The faculty and staff are dedicated, energetic, and faith-filled educators who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of our students.
- We provide a rich education for our students from Kindergarten through Eighth Grade - one that promotes academic excellence, is faith-filled, and community-minded. We challenge students to develop their God-given talents - spiritual, scholarly, artistic, and athletic. Our classes provide individualized student attention, creative learning activities, and a safe and welcoming learning environment.
- Saint Patrick Catholic School recognizes parents as the first teachers of their children. We work in partnership with our families, helping ensure that every child reaches his/her fullest potential and develops a love for learning. We are proud of our family-like school community.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Patrick Catholic School cost?
St. Patrick Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Patrick Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of St. Patrick Catholic School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
What sports does St. Patrick Catholic School offer?
St. Patrick Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Field Hockey, Flag Football and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 1/23/2020
We moved to the Fredericksburg area from out of state 3.5 years ago. We knew no one in the area and needed to find a kindergarten for our oldest child (then 5). After touring St. Patrick Catholic School, we just "knew" that this was the environment where we wanted our children (we have a total of 4) to learn and grow. This school has become a family to us - the teachers are amazing and treat our children as their own - ensuring they are challenging them academically as well as providing them with a strong faith base!
5 6/12/2017
My children have been attending Saint Patrick School for years now. We are very pleased with the entire package the school has to offer. Faith is first and foremost important. The academics are excellent and we have seen other students that have attended and graduated excel in the Governor's School other Catholic High School as well as in college. The school offers sports, extracurricular activities such as band and Destination Imagination. The school's DI teams have advanced to compete with the world for 4 straight years. The teachers and administration are top notch. For our family, this school community offers us a lot!!! We are very pleased!!!
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