St. Timothy School is a Catholic parochial school that serves students in a 3 year old preschool through 8th grade.
At St Timothy School, our mission is to spread the Word of God while providing for the spiritual, academic, social, emotional and physical growth of our students.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,322
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Timothy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Student Body
Total Students
720 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Nothing is so strong as gentleness, and nothing so gentle as true strength.' - Saint Francis de Sales
- For more than 35 years, St. Timothy Catholic school has been dedicated to educating students, from preschool through eighth-grade. Upholding a tradition of educational excellence, St. Timothy possesses a strong, innovative curriculum and a faculty passionate about their work. We aim to foster the growth of our students-tomorrow's leaders-in mind, body, and spirit.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Timothy School cost?
St. Timothy School's tuition is approximately $8,322 for private students.
What is St. Timothy School's ranking?
St. Timothy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Timothy School?
The application deadline for St. Timothy School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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