Mt. De Chantal Visitation Academy in Wheeling, WV, serves 187 students from preschool through 12th grade in a Catholic, co–educational setting within a central city community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 31 teachers supporting a total K–12 enrollment of 155 students.
Approximately 12% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
De Chantal is affiliated with the American Montessori Society and the National Association of Independent Schools, emphasizing both elementary and secondary programs with special program focus.
The school is located near several private institutions in Wheeling, such as The Linsly School (0.4 miles) and St.
Michael Parish School (0.7 miles), providing families with multiple local educational options.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
187 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 10%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Mt. De Chantal Visitation Academy?
The application deadline for Mt. De Chantal Visitation Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Mt. De Chantal Visitation Academy is The Linsly School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Michael Parish School (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
60 Knox Ln
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-3260
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-3260
0.4 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 444 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Michael Parish School ![St. Michael Parish School Photo - St. Michael Parish School]( "St. Michael Parish School Photo - St. Michael Parish School")
(Catholic)
1221 National Road
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-3966
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-3966
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Central Catholic High School
(Catholic)
75 14th St
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-1660
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-1660
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 271 students Tuition listed
Augusta Levy Learning Center
Special Education School
99 Main St
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-6722
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-6722
1.9 miles
Gr: K-3 | 10 students
St. Mary Central School
(Catholic)
24 N 4th St
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-5424
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-5424
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
60 Knox Ln
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-3260
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-3260
0.4 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 444 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Central Catholic High School
(Catholic)
75 14th St
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-1660
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-1660
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 271 students Tuition listed
Speiro Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Pentecostal)
500 N 5th St
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(304) 639-6757
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(304) 639-6757
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 33 students
Abundant Life Christian School
(Baptist)
976 Chapel Hill Rd
Triadelphia, WV 26059
(304) 547-4370
Triadelphia, WV 26059
(304) 547-4370
3.7 miles
Gr: 7-10 | 5 students
67888 Friends Church Rd
Saint Clairsville, OH 43950
(740) 695-2005
Saint Clairsville, OH 43950
(740) 695-2005
13.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 225 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
60 Knox Ln
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-3260
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-3260
0.4 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 444 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Michael Parish School ![St. Michael Parish School Photo - St. Michael Parish School]( "St. Michael Parish School Photo - St. Michael Parish School")
(Catholic)
1221 National Road
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-3966
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-3966
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Augusta Levy Learning Center
Special Education School
99 Main St
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-6722
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-6722
1.9 miles
Gr: K-3 | 10 students
St. Mary Central School
(Catholic)
24 N 4th St
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-5424
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-5424
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Martins Ferry Christian School
(Christian)
710 S Zane Hwy
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-0199
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-0199
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 76 students Avg. class size: 63 students Tuition listed
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Miles
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St. Michael Parish School ![St. Michael Parish School Photo - St. Michael Parish School]( "St. Michael Parish School Photo - St. Michael Parish School")
(Catholic)
1221 National Road
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-3966
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-3966
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary Central School
(Catholic)
24 N 4th St
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-5424
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-5424
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Sikora Montessori School
Montessori School
2108 Lumber Ave
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 905-8453
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 905-8453
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 105 students
Salomi's Montessori School
Montessori School
2108 Lumber Avenue
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-6862
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 242-6862
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 23 students
Martins Ferry Christian School
(Christian)
710 S Zane Hwy
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-0199
Martins Ferry, OH 43935
(740) 633-0199
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 76 students Avg. class size: 63 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
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5/
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43822 State Route 556
Beallsville, OH 43716
(740) 926-1302
Beallsville, OH 43716
(740) 926-1302
9268.3 miles
Gr: K-6 | 136 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
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43822 State Route 556
Beallsville, OH 43716
(740) 926-1302
Beallsville, OH 43716
(740) 926-1302
9268.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 93 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
66859 Belmont Morristown Rd
Belmont, OH 43718
(740) 782-1388
Belmont, OH 43718
(740) 782-1388
9269.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 304 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
66699 Belmont Morristown Rd
Belmont, OH 43718
(740) 782-1384
Belmont, OH 43718
(740) 782-1384
9270 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
66779 Belmont Morristown Rd
Belmont, OH 43718
(740) 782-1181
Belmont, OH 43718
(740) 782-1181
9270 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 382 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
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