Villa Duchesne School Photo #3 - Villa Duchesne Upper School (Girls, grades 7-12)

Villa Duchesne School

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $28,820
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1929
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Mascot
Wildcats

Student Body

Total Students
564 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Villa Duchesne School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
79%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Literature and Composition, AP AB Calculus, AP BC Calculus, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP European History, AP French, AP Government Politics, AP Language and Composition, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP US History
Average SAT score
1300
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
School Colors
White, Navy Blue, Maroon

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $8,600 to $28,820.
% on Financial Aid
34%
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Therese Hagemeister
Admissions Associate
Kimberly Saur
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
30 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Admissions Ambassadors, Campus Ministry, Computer Science Club, Dance Team, Debate Club, Diversity Club, E-Sports, French Club, Glamor Gals, Heart to Heart, House Leadership Program, Mock Trial Team, MT Cultural Service Club, National Honor Society, Prayer + Purpose Club, Pro-Life Club, Service Central, Spanish Club, START (STL Teens Aiding Refugees Today), Student Council, Tabletop Gaming, Veterans and First Responders Club, Villa Smile Club, Villa's Closet, Women's Empowerment Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Liturgy Choir, Show Choir, Thespian Society

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickelball, Varsity 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 6 and young women grades 7-12.
  • 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).
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Kristi Krey, athlete -
    • Mimi Webster Murphy, educational leader -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Villa Duchesne School cost?
Villa Duchesne School's tuition is approximately $28,820 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 85%. Villa Duchesne School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Missouri with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Villa Duchesne School?
Villa Duchesne School famous alumni include: Kristi Krey, athlete and Mimi Webster Murphy, educational leader.
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 Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 564 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $28,820
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Nov. 12 / Jan. 14 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $16,705 for elementary schools and $21,235 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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