St Gertrude High School

St Gertrude High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
12829 River Rd,  Richmond, VA
4.2
2.8
173 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Amy Pickral
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
24
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$19,456
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
28
Part Time Teachers
7
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
580
Verbal
610
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
25
Reading
27
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
94%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
99%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
87.9%
Black
5.7%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%
Native American
<1%
Hispanic
<1%

School Rankings

#5 Best All Girls Schools in Virginia
#5 Best Catholic Schools in Virginia
#21 Best HS for the Arts in Virginia
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
James Madison University 73 Students
Virginia Tech 62 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 45 Students
University of Virginia 42 Students
University of Richmond 34 Students
University of South Carolina 32 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 30 Students
Longwood University 27 Students
William & Mary 25 Students
Christopher Newport University 22 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 29 Students
Nursing 26 Students
Business 19 Students
Biology 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Pre-Law Studies 14 Students
Political Science and Government 13 Students
Interior Design 10 Students
Education 9 Students
Architecture 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 43 Reviews
5.0 Alum
6/3/2024
Saint Gertrude has the best traditions alongside brother school, Benedictine College Prep. Sisterhood truly develops over your time there and every teacher knows you by name.
5.0 Senior
4/29/2023
It has truly been an amazing experience. I would not change it for the world; in my time at this school, I have made great connections that will last.
4.0 Senior
4/11/2020
St. Gertrude High School has the most amazing teachers and staff. You will create amazing relationships with your teachers, as they will go out of their way to make sure that you are performing to the best of your ability.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 9 Reviews
3.0 student
7/12/2025
My review of Saint Gertrude (From a 2025 graduate)PROS:•Great extracurriculars (field hockey, theater, tennis, track, swim, etc.)•Beautiful campus — scenic views of the train, 288 bridge, and stunning sunrises.•Freshman year teachers are helpful and guide you through the transition (though sometimes...
5.0 parent
2/9/2025
This site seems to have a lot of complaints but I’m not sure if it’s bc people who enjoy the school do not rate it. My daughter transferred her in the 2024-2025 school year and LOVES it. We have a very rich ethnic background and while everywhere you go there will be some people of low emotional IQ t...
1.0 other
7/31/2023
Very toxic and cliquey environment. Bullying is out of control and the teachers are just as bad.
1.0 other
7/31/2023
As a former student of this school, I have never felt more unsafe in a space that was supposed to be a place to guide and teach me. Not only are the students of this school terrible but so is the administration. The bullying issue has been brought to their attention many times but nothing is ever do...

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St Gertrude High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 12829 River Rd in Richmond, VA. Annual tuition is $19,456. The school has a total enrollment of 173 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. St Gertrude High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $974,277. Discover additional schools in the area, like Benedictine College Preparatory, Richmond Academy, The Steward School, and more. Learn more about what Richmond has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near St Gertrude High School.

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