In the heart of the Museum District, a love of learning has been taking place for over 100 years at Saint Benedict Catholic School. St. Benedict is the oldest parochial school in Richmond, and is recognized throughout the entire region for its well-prepared graduates and academic success.
Located at the corner of Grove and North Belmont, this private school has been part of the Museum District community since 1919. Richmond residents seek St. Benedict Catholic School for a classical education curriculum for students from prekindergarten through eighth grade. Class sizes are small, so students receive personal attention, and teachers and staff know every child by name and actively support each student throughout their journey here.
The steps leading up to the front door are iconic because generations of St. Benedict students have had their class pictures taken here since the school’s beginning. “Comets, let your light shine bright” is the message students hear at graduation, inspiring them to be good citizens who lead meaningful lives. Most of the students go onto their first-choice high schools after completing St. Benedict Catholic School. Wherever they go in their futures, it’s sure to be bright. Each student takes with them a legacy of academic excellence and a desire to do good for others, thanks to a foundation instilled in them at St. Benedict.
Saint Benedict Catholic School
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
3100 Grove Ave,
Richmond, VA
234
Students
A+
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Annual Tuition
$7,354
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Niche Grade
A
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
16
Full Time Teachers
12
Part Time Teachers
4
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
White
68.8%
Hispanic
14.1%
Black
8.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.7%
Two or more races
3.1%
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/24/2024
My son just graduated and I am so happy that he was able to spend the last 9 years in such a nurturing environment.
9/24/2021
This school has given me and my daughter many great experiences and have taught her tremendously in these 4 years I've been here. My daughter has learned so much from this school, I'm so thankful that she had the opportunity to have such nice teachers and such great lessons. They help us families a lot and they contribute a lot with associations.
12/3/2019
Good environment with teachers and staff who really care and will work to help each student succeed. We're very grateful for this school!
GreatSchools Reviews
9/6/2022
This school is most remarkable! My child attended this school many years ago and later St Gertrude's! She received a most incredible education at St Benedict's and later at St Grutrude's! In my observation the best any child could obtain from anywhere! It is with great sorrow that I see that both se...
7/28/2015
we love the school, the staff and teacher are very nive. i will recomment the scholl to my friend, my kids are very happy there, a good eviroment for children.
2/2/2015
St Benedict's School is a Catholic K - 8 school offering a good sound Catholic education. Our son enjoys his studies at the school. If we had any complaints to make it would be that there are no playing fields at the school or access to a swimming pool, this would have made our son's experience more...
5/10/2013
My daughter attend this school from switching from Fox. She thoroughly enjoys the school. The camaraderie and school spirit is undeniable. She has been challenged in ways that you would expect when you are paying for your child's education and has become a better learner and now knows how to study....
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Map
List Price Range
$233K - $1.5M
Homes For Sale
11
Average Home Value
$695,707
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
70%
Average Household Income
$103,491
% of College Grads
76.1%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
1,931 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
61.5%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,599 - $3,190 per month
- The Alder on Dabney
- Studio - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 510+ Sq Ft
- 2001 Dabney Rd
- Richmond, VA
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$1,495 - $4,515 per month
- The Ace
- Studio - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 496+ Sq Ft
- 1201 N Arthur Ashe Blvd
- Richmond, VA
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Private
- 5th to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Thomas Jefferson Tot Lot
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Byrd Park
- Lake
- Trails
Scuffletown Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Grayland Tot Lot
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Humphrey Calder Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
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Saint Benedict Catholic School is a private Catholic school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 3100 Grove Ave in Richmond, VA. Annual tuition is $7,354. The school has a total enrollment of 234 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Saint Benedict Catholic School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average home value in this area is $695,707. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cristo Rey Richmond High School, Benjamin & Lillian Rochkind Yeshiva Of Virginia, The New Community School, and more. Learn more about what Richmond has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Saint Benedict Catholic School.