St. Rita School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

St. Rita Catholic School is a Catholic, co-educational day school for students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
The school was established in 1964 by the Jesuits in conjunction with the formation of St. Rita Catholic Church.
Today the school utilizes more than 76,500 square feet of classroom space, offices, science and computer labs, library, art room, gymnasium, locker rooms and a dining hall.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 773 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,150
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Rita School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Rita School
Pre-K	60
Kind	69
1	75
2	75
3	75
4	75
5	86
6	86
7	86
8	86

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia / Language-based or Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1964

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1999

Student Body

Total Students

773 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

90 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

25 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms sold through Risse Brothers

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,150

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Tuition Notes

Tuition discount for members of the church.

% on Financial Aid

20%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,000

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sonbol Mannas

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballSoftball

SwimmingTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubSpeech and Drama

Arts and Music Programs:

Band Program

School Notes

Motto: Worship, Learn, Serve
Mission: St. Rita Catholic School empowers students to reach their potential as learners and servant leaders through faith, hope, love, and the joyful pursuit of knowledge.
Vision: St. Rita Catholic School will be centered in Christ and committed to academic excellence, guiding students to be critical thinkers, integrating faith, truth, and service for the sake of a more just and humane world.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Josh Bell - Pro Baseball Player

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Rita School cost?

St. Rita School's tuition is approximately $8,150 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Rita School?

The acceptance rate of St. Rita School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Rita School?

St. Rita School famous alumni include: Josh Bell.

What sports does St. Rita School offer?

St. Rita School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Rita School's ranking?

St. Rita School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Rita School?

The application deadline for St. Rita School is Jan. 31.

In what neighborhood is St. Rita School located?

St. Rita School is located in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 12 other private schools located in Northwest Dallas.

School Calendar

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Event

Date

Early Dismissal: Spring Break

March 12, 2027 (Friday)

Spring Break

March 15, 2027 (Monday)

Last Day of Instruction & Early Dismissal

May 28, 2027 (Friday)

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (6 reviews)

5 5/9/2022

Our granddaughter is finishing her first year at St. Rita. It warms my heart when she FaceTimes me and recites the prayers she has learned. She loves going to school. Next year she will be in Kindergarten, and I'm anxious to hear all about her days at St. Rita.

- Posted by Parent - Mary Fruehauf

5 8/2/2017

"I can tell you, in no uncertain terms, I feel so beyond blessed and lucky as an SRS parent."

- Posted by Parent - SRS Parent

5 8/2/2017

"I know that all of my kids have benefited from their Catholic education and the strength of the academic programs.... We are confident that our kids are all prepared to tackle whatever lies in their future with the foundation set by their St. Rita experience.

- Posted by Parent - SRS Graduate Parent

5 8/2/2017

"As long time parishioners, we love the strong sense of community throughout the church and can see the overlap of this community throughout the school. The engagement of the children both academically and socially was very visible through the tour of each of the classrooms during their regular school day."

- Posted by Parent - St. Rita Church and School Parent

5 8/2/2017

St. Rita school gave me a strong foundations of academic and faith that has continued to positively impact every aspect of my adult life.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - RM - SRS Grad 2010

5 8/2/2017

"Carrying the banner was actually pretty special. When I walked in, I was on the side near the wall. I walked past most of the teachers that taught me while I've been at St. Rita. Seeing their faces go by me while I was carrying that banner meant a lot to me. I've grown up here. It was really cool."

- Posted by Student/Alumni - JD- SRS Graduate 2015

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Dallas, TX is $17,012 for elementary schools and $21,878 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Dallas, TX is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).