Paul VI Catholic High School offers students the opportunity to develop spiritually, intellectually, personally, socially, and physically through a varied program of required and elective classes, as well as extra-curricular organizations and athletic teams.
Paul VI offers a curriculum designed to prepare students to meet the requirements of leading colleges and universities or to pursue a business career after graduation.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,193 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20,255
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 5
- Source: Verified school update
School News
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Top Rankings
St. Paul VI Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Various
Year Founded
1983
Colors
Black, Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Campus Size
68
Student Body
Total Students
1,193 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
68%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
25 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Calculus AB Calculus BC
Chemistry English Language & Composition
English Literature & Composition European History
Macroeconomics Psychology
StatisticsBiology
Chinese Language & CultureComparative Government & Politics
Computer Science AComputer Science Principles
French Language & CultureHuman Geography
LatinPhysics 1
Physics 2Physics C
ResearchSeminar
Spanish Language & CultureStatistics
United States Government & PoliticsUnited States History
Average SAT score
1300
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 5
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,255
Tuition Notes
Non Catholic rate $25,680. We understand that sending your child to a private Catholic high school is a significant investment for your family. The financial assistance application should be submitted at the same time as the application to the school.
The application process begins each September for the upcoming school year.
% on Financial Aid
43%
Admissions Director
Kiersten Caputy
Admissions Associate
Mike Cresson
Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
63 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Adventure's ClubAerospace & Aviation Club
Anime ClubAsian Culture Club
Big Brothers Big SistersBlack & Gold Ambassadors
Board Game ClubBook Club
Campus MinistryChess Club
Chinese Honor SocietyCinema Studies Club
DECAEngineering Club
Entrepreneurship ClubFinancial Investment Club
Forensics/DebateFrench Club
French Honor SocietyGardening Club
German ClubHiking Club
It's AcademicJazz Band
Junior Classical LeagueLatin Honor Society
Literary Arts MagazineLiturgical Musicians
Medical ClubMilitary Club
Model JudiciaryModel UN
Morgan's MessageNational Honor Society
Navigating a PurposePanther Pals--Options Club
Panthers for LifePhilosophy Club
Photography ClubPink and White Club
Psychology ClubREACH
Robotics ClubSGA (Student Government)
Spanish ClubSpanish Honor Society
Sunrise ClubTech Club
The Writer's BlockVI Man (School Spirit)
YarnvilleYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Honor SocietyCappies
Concert BandConcert Choir
ImprovInternational Thespian Society
PVI Players (Drama)Tri-M
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Catholic Athletes for ChristIntramurals
Weightlifting Club
School Notes
Our faith guides us. Our curiosity drives us. Our community bonds
us.Every day at St. Paul VI Catholic High School,
transformation happens.
Paul VI students aren`t just ready for college. They are ready for life. Our students are hands-on with their education, taking their lessons from the textbook or classroom. PVI students expand their hearts and minds through our challenging curriculum, our mission to serve, and by regularly practicing their faith.
There is a reason we say we "practice" our faith. It is an ongoing relationship, developing over time.PVI gives students the chance to deepen their individual relationships with God. They learn what their faith means to them through worship, meaningful service, and opportunities for retreats and missions.
The Fine Arts Department promotes social skills, creative thinking problem solving, self-expression, risktaking, and cooperative learning. The Fine Arts Department has developed courses both to introduce students to the arts and to allow students with special performing talents to interests to develop them. Many courses will satisfy the Fine Art requirement and have no prerequisites. Students who possess a desire to further their talents in bands, strings, choir, acting, or art are encouraged to seek instructor approval as they may take more advanced courses in Fine Arts.
The athletic program at St. Paul VI Catholic High School is an extension of our school`s mission and in turn, the mission of the Church. Paul VI offers students the opportunity to play various sports at a competitive level. Through athletics, students learn the value of teamwork, competition, and hard work, as well as how to deal with failure and adversity.
Paul VI students aren`t just ready for college. They are ready for life. Our students are hands-on with their education, taking their lessons from the textbook or classroom. PVI students expand their hearts and minds through our challenging curriculum, our mission to serve, and by regularly practicing their faith.
There is a reason we say we "practice" our faith. It is an ongoing relationship, developing over time.PVI gives students the chance to deepen their individual relationships with God. They learn what their faith means to them through worship, meaningful service, and opportunities for retreats and missions.
The Fine Arts Department promotes social skills, creative thinking problem solving, self-expression, risktaking, and cooperative learning. The Fine Arts Department has developed courses both to introduce students to the arts and to allow students with special performing talents to interests to develop them. Many courses will satisfy the Fine Art requirement and have no prerequisites. Students who possess a desire to further their talents in bands, strings, choir, acting, or art are encouraged to seek instructor approval as they may take more advanced courses in Fine Arts.
The athletic program at St. Paul VI Catholic High School is an extension of our school`s mission and in turn, the mission of the Church. Paul VI offers students the opportunity to play various sports at a competitive level. Through athletics, students learn the value of teamwork, competition, and hard work, as well as how to deal with failure and adversity.
- A lesson lights a spark that becomes a student`s lifelong passion.
- A service project turns into an enduring commitment to serving others.
- A role on a championship team inspires leadership off the field or court.
- A moment in prayer leads to a lasting journey of faith.
- With our patron St. Francis de Sales as an example, we live out our pledge to grow in grace and wisdom by developing the habits of lifelong learners and spiritual seekers. This is not only true for our students, our faculty teach these traits by example.
- A PVI education inspires both the head and heart to grow in amazing ways.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul VI Catholic High School cost?
St. Paul VI Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $20,255 for private students.
What sports does St. Paul VI Catholic High School offer?
St. Paul VI Catholic High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. Paul VI Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for most sports offered.
What is St. Paul VI Catholic High School's ranking?
St. Paul VI Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul VI Catholic High School?
The application deadline for St. Paul VI Catholic High School is Jan. 5.
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