St. Anne's-Belfield School (2026 Profile)

2132 Ivy Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903

Tel: (434) 296-5106 Ext. 2140

www.stab.org

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Join a vibrant community of energized students who become engaged, global citizens Our teachers believe in fostering age-appropriate independence so that students learn to make choices, to experiment, to fail safely, and to be curious.

St. Anne's-Belfield and Charlottesville, Va. are vibrant, inclusive communities where we learn about and from one another.

Our students leave prepared to make a positive impact on the world around them, wherever their journeys may lead.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12
Grades: (Day Students) PK-12
Enrollment: 993 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $73,670
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $36,400
Acceptance rate: 30%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 24 / Mar. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Anne's-Belfield School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

St. Anne's-Belfield School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

PK-12

Pre-K-12

School Type

Co-ed

Year Founded

1975

1909

Campus Size

55 acres

125 acres

School Motto

We wish our students to become strong in body, broad of mind, tender of heart, responsive in soul.

Student Body

Enrollment

993 students

300 students

% Students of Color

32%

25%

% International Students

20%

% Students Boarding

16%

70%

Average SAT Score

1350
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

SAT range (25th-75th percentile)

1200 - 1440

Average ACT score

28
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
Uniform, formality dependent on day

Casual

Average Class Size

12 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

82%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC

AP ChemistryAP Computer Science Principles

AP French LanguageAP Latin: Vergil

AP Music TheoryAP Physics C (Mechanics)

AP Spanish LanguageAP Statistics

Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$41.5 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$73,670
(Tuition + Boarding)

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$36,400
(Grades 9-12)

$33,500

% Students on Financial Aid

42%

40%

Admissions

Application Deadline

Jan. 24 / Mar. 15 / rolling

Jan. 15

SSAT Required

Yes

Acceptance Rate

30%

58%

Director of Admissions

Randie Benedict
Zach Swope

Associate Director of Admissions

Ann Bell

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

N/A

School Mascot

Saint

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Academic TeamAmnesty International

Art ClubArt Magazine- "Plum"

Black Student UnionBoarding Council

Care for CrittersCommunity Service Council

Destination Imagination (D.I.)Environmental Club

FOCUSFrench Club

Gay Straight AllianceGold Key Club

Habitat for HumanityLatin Club

Literary ClubMartial Arts Club

Model United NationsNEDA (National Eating Disorders Association)

Peer MentorsPhilosophy Club

Red Cross ClubSchool Newspaper- "Belfield Banter"

Spanish ClubSTEPup

Student CouncilTheatre Club

Waterboys ClubYoung Dems

Young Reps

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College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

University of Virginia

Virginia Tech

University of Mary Washington

College of William and Mary

High Point University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Hampden Sydney College

New York University

Randolph-Macon College

University of Chicago

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School Notes

Founded in 1910, St. Anne's-Belfield has an established reputation as a best-in-class independent day and boarding school in Charlottesville. Our community of teachers, coaches, and staff continually improve their own knowledge and apply new skills in and out of the classroom to benefit our students. We provide innovative learning opportunities, and challenging and exciting academic curricula to inspire the curiosity and imagination in all students.
We can't imagine a better place for out-of-the-classroom enrichment than our two beautiful campuses with their wide-open spaces. Charlottesville has been named among the top 5 happiest cities in the U.S. by "The Today Show" and "National Geographic.
It's no wonder more families choose us than any other private school in Charlottesville/Albemarle County. Learn more about our student-centered education and inclusive community on 25 beautiful acres.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Anne's-Belfield School cost?

St. Anne's-Belfield School's tuition is approximately $73,670 for boarding students and $36,400 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Anne's-Belfield School?

The acceptance rate of St. Anne's-Belfield School is 30%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%.

What sports does St. Anne's-Belfield School offer?

St. Anne's-Belfield School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

Does St. Anne's-Belfield School offer a summer program?

Yes, St. Anne's-Belfield School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is St. Anne's-Belfield School's ranking?

St. Anne's-Belfield School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.

When is the application deadline for St. Anne's-Belfield School?

The application deadline for St. Anne's-Belfield School is Jan. 24 / Mar. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 24 / Mar. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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