Visitation Academy Of St. Louis

3020 North Ballas Road Saint Louis, MO 63131
www.visitationacademy.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $28,910
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Nov. 8 / Jan. 12 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $28,910
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Nov. 8 / Jan. 12 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Visitation Academy Of St. Louis ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1833
Colors
White, Red
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027

Student Body

Total Students
615 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
82%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
Advanced Courses
Art and DesignBiology
Biology LabCalculus AB
Calculus BCChemistry
Chemistry LabComputer Science A
Computer Science PrinciplesEnglish Literature and Composition
French LanguageHuman Geography
PhysicsPhysics Lab
PrecalculusSpanish Language
StatisticsUnited States Government and Politics
United States History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform for all students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Nov. 8 / Jan. 12 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Montessori Pre-K: $5,950-$22,945: Grades K-5: $22,945 Grade 6-8: $26,800 Grades 9-12: $28,910
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$12,800
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Sharon Spellman
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Stephanie Dolan
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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
32 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Book Clubs


Club or Organization:
AmbassadorsBellarmine Speech
Campus Ministry ClubChemistry Club
Chess ClubChristian Life Community
Earth ClubFilm Club
French ClubJunior National Honor Society
Latin ClubNational Honor Society
RoboticsSchool Newspaper (Paper Moon)
Spanish ClubSpirit Club
Student CouncilsStudents in Medicine
Thespian SocietyVisions Literary Magazine
Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering (WYSE)Yearbook
Youth in Government


Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubChamber Singers
ChorusConcert Choir
Fall MusicalMiddle School Play
One Act PlaysWinter Play

School Notes

  • Visitation Academy is an independent, private Catholic school where students thrive in an environment that allows them to BE: challenged academically, stimulated creatively, encouraged athletically, inspired personally, supported emotionally, filled spiritually, and appreciated and loved for their unique, authentic selves.
  • From the coeducational, early childhood Montessori program for ages two through Kindergarten to the area's only all-girl program for Grades 1-12, "Be Who You Are and Be That Well" drives Visitation's academic and spiritual philosophy.
  • Since 1833, Viz has earned its reputation as the place to BE for an all-girl education. Walk the halls and prepare to BE amazed!.
  • School Motto: Be Who You Are and Be That Well
  • School Mascot: Owl
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Visitation Academy Of St. Louis cost?
Visitation Academy Of St. Louis's tuition is approximately $28,910 for private students.
What schools are Visitation Academy Of St. Louis often compared to?
Visitation Academy Of St. Louis is often viewed alongside schools like Villa Duchesne School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Visitation Academy Of St. Louis offer?
Visitation Academy Of St. Louis offers 12 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Visitation Academy Of St. Louis is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for most sports offered.
What is Visitation Academy Of St. Louis's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Visitation Academy Of St. Louis?
The application deadline for Visitation Academy Of St. Louis is Nov. 8 / Jan. 12 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 8 / Jan. 12 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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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).

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