Villa Duchesne School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 584 students
Yearly Tuition: $29,820
Acceptance rate: 50%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 13 / Jan. 30 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Villa Duchesne School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
National Catholic Education Association
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
International Coalition of Girls Schools

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Villa Duchesne School
Pre-K	56
Kind	32
1	32
2	27
3	34
4	29
5	33
6	29
7	42
8	49
9	69
10	41
11	65
12	46

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1929

Colors

White, Navy Blue, Maroon

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

584 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

85 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

79%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

13 courses

Advanced Courses

AP Literature and CompositionAP AB Calculus

AP BC CalculusAP Biology

AP CalculusAP Chemistry

AP Computer ScienceAP European History

AP FrenchAP Government Politics

AP Language and CompositionAP Physics

AP PsychologyAP Spanish

AP StatisticsAP US History

Average SAT score

1300

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 13 / Jan. 30 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$29,820

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $8,600 to $29,820.

% on Financial Aid

34%

Acceptance Rate

50%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Therese Hagemeister

Admissions Associate

Kimberly Saur

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

DivingField Hockey

GolfLacrosse

SoccerSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

30 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Admissions AmbassadorsCampus Ministry

Computer Science ClubDance Team

Debate ClubDiversity Club

E-SportsFrench Club

Glamor GalsHeart to Heart

House Leadership ProgramMock Trial Team

MT Cultural Service ClubNational Honor Society

Prayer + Purpose ClubPro-Life Club

Service CentralSpanish Club

START (STL Teens Aiding Refugees Today)Student Council

Tabletop GamingVeterans and First Responders Club

Villa Smile ClubVilla's Closet

Women's Empowerment Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

Liturgy ChoirShow Choir

Thespian Society

Recreational Athletic Programs:

PickelballVarsity Club

School Notes

Villa Duchesne provides a Catholic education in the Sacred Heart tradition, focused on fostering faith, intellect, social awareness, relationships, and personal growth in a community with love at the center for boys and girls age 3 through grade 5 and young women grades 6-12.

School Mascot: Wildcats

Villa Duchesne provides a Catholic education in the Sacred Heart tradition, focused on fostering faith, intellect, social awareness, relationships, and personal growth in a community with love at the center for boys and girls age 3 through grade 5 and young women grades 6-12.
Our 60-acre campus provides a rich backdrop for indoor and outdoor learning. Whether boys and girls in our Lower School or young women in our Upper School, Villa students learn in a community where academics and spiritual development are inextricably linked. As a result, their minds are stretched and their hearts are inspired, deepening the relevance and resonance of every lesson. We believe that when we educate the whole student in this way, they develop both the academic and self-knowledge to change the world.
Villa graduates are strong in faith and secure in their foundation. They know how to build relationships and be a part of a community. They are confident learners and creative problem solvers. Our students forge lifelong friendships during their time at Villa and share a hopeful vision for the future. We truly believe every child has the power to change the world!
Villa is a member of the International Network of Sacred Heart Schools, linked with more than 150 schools in 30 countries. We have a 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio and are committed to affordable education with Family Individualized Tuition (FIT).

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Villa Duchesne School cost?

Villa Duchesne School's tuition is approximately $29,820 for private students.

What schools are Villa Duchesne School often compared to?

Villa Duchesne School is often viewed alongside schools like Visitation Academy Of St. Louis by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Villa Duchesne School?

The acceptance rate of Villa Duchesne School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. Villa Duchesne School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Missouri with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Villa Duchesne School offer?

Villa Duchesne School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Villa Duchesne School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for most sports offered.

What is Villa Duchesne School's ranking?

Villa Duchesne School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Villa Duchesne School?

The application deadline for Villa Duchesne School is Jan. 13 / Jan. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 13 / Jan. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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All-School Open House

October 25, 2026 (Sunday)

Seniors' Last Day of Class/Senior Goodbye

May 11, 2027 (Tuesday)

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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $17,419 for elementary schools and $21,551 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).