St. Francis Xavier Catholic School in Brunswick, GA, serves 177 co鈥揺d udents from pre鈥搆indergarten through eighth grade in a city setting.
Founded in 1900, this Catholic elementary and middle school has a udent鈥搕eacher ratio of 13:18.
The school offers six Advanced Placement (AP) courses and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Enrollment includes 22.82% udents of color, reflecting diversity within the Brunswick community.
Francis Xavier Catholic School has a formal dress code and received the Blue Ribbon recognition in 2009.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1900
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2009
Student Body
Total Students
177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
6 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Crusaders
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Francis Xavier Catholic School often compared to?
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Frederica Academy by visitors of our site.
What is St. Francis Xavier Catholic School's ranking?
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Xavier Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Xavier Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Back to School Open House
August 03, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 04, 2026 (Tuesday)
Noon Dismissal - Fall Break
October 07, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
October 08, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break
October 09, 2026 (Friday)
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The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Francis Xavier Catholic School is Heritage Christian Academy (4.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Christian Schoolhouse (2.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4265 Norwich Street Ext
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 264-5491
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 264-5491
4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 223 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
200 Murray Way
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
(912) 638-9981
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
(912) 638-9981
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 514 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 42 Tuition listed
Saint Simons Christian School
(Christian)
1060 Coquina Circle
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
(912) 634-8177
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
(912) 634-8177
6.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
4231 Us Highway 17 N
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 264-4546
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 264-4546
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1 Buck Cravey Drive
Bellville, GA 30414
(912) 739-1272
Bellville, GA 30414
(912) 739-1272
75.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 476 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School Reviews
5 9/25/2020
This is a great school! I attended K-8 and now my children are students. The smallness creates a very family like atmosphere and the curriculum is great. I would highly recommend this school to any family looking for a Christian based school setting with a small lovely feel!
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