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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall A-
Matriculation B+
Academics A
Extracurriculars B
Geo & Community A+
Reviews A-
St. Anselm’s Abbey School is an independent, Roman Catholic day school for boys with demonstrated academic ability in grades 6 – 12. Students at St. Anselm’s establish a solid foundation in the liberal arts through a rigorous classical education. The school was founded in 1942 by Benedictine monks。The focus of St. Anselm’s is not purely on academics; the richly philosophical nature of the school enables great personal and social growth among the individuals and the community. A St. Anselm’s education does not simply prepare a boy for college but also for life as a considerate and thoughtful man.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$41,500
Enrollment
255
International Students
3%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
AP
22
Average SAT Score
1397
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
6.21951219

Matriculation

College Matriculation

(2021-2025)
Ranking University/College Students
#2 Columbia University 3
#2 Harvard College 1
Art #5 California College of the Arts 1
LAC #1 Williams College 1
#6 Stanford University 1
#6 University of Chicago 8
#8 University of Pennsylvania 1
#9 Johns Hopkins University 2
#9 Northwestern University 4

Academics

AP Scores

(2024)
Number of students who took AP tests
31
Number of tests taken
219
21%
37%
25%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(22)
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Comparative Government and Politics
European History
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Psychology
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Art History
Music Theory
Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports

(11)
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Fencing
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Fencing
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(47)
Anime & Manga Club
Arabic Language and Culture Club
Barbecue Club
Big Brother/Little Brother Program
Book Club
Certamen (Latin Competition)
Anime & Manga Club
Arabic Language and Culture Club
Barbecue Club
Big Brother/Little Brother Program
Book Club
Certamen (Latin Competition)
Chess Club
Christian Service
Cultural Student Organization
Drawing Club
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Epic Recitation
Fantasy Football Club
Filmmaking Club
Garden Club
Green Panthers
Guitar Club
History Club
It's Academic/Quizbowl
Jazz Band
Kindness Club
Latin Club
Linguistics Club
MathCounts
Middle School Chorus
Meditation Club
Mock Trial
Model United Nations
Mu Alpha Theta Club
Music Theory
National Spanish Honor Society
The Panther (Middle School Newspaper)
Philosophy Club
Priory Perspective (Yearbook)
Priory Players (Theatre)
Priory Press (Student Newsmagazine)
Priory Productions (Video Club)
Robotics Club
Rosary Club
Sentence Diagramming Club
Ski Club
Spanish Club
St. Anselm's Orchestra
Student Government - Inter-House Council
Ultimate Frisbee Club
Wargaming Club
and Yoga Club.
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Arts

(10)
Acting
Chorus
Drama
Music
Music Theory
Art History
Acting
Chorus
Drama
Music
Music Theory
Art History
Film
Studio Art
Art
Tech Theater
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Basic Info

All-boys
Day School Grades: 6-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1942
Campus Size: 40 acres
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview:
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Frequently Ask Questions about St. Anselm's Abbey School

Tell me a bit about St. Anselm's Abbey School.
St. Anselm's Abbey School is All-boys private day school located in District of Columbia, US. It was founded 1942 , and currently has about 255 students, 3.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.saintanselms.org.
Does St. Anselm's Abbey School have rigorous academic requirements?
St. Anselm's Abbey School is offering 22 AP courses.

In recent years, 37 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Where do St. Anselm's Abbey School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2021-2025, some students attended Columbia University, Harvard College, California College of the Arts, Williams College and Stanford University.
What is the application requirement for St. Anselm's Abbey School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, St. Anselm's Abbey School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for St. Anselm's Abbey School?
The day tuition for St. Anselm's Abbey School in 2024 is $41,500 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@saintanselms.org .
Where is St. Anselm's Abbey School located?
St. Anselm's Abbey School is located in the State of District of Columbia of USA.
How popular is St. Anselm's Abbey School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, St. Anselm's Abbey School is among the most popular schools, within top 370 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also St. Anselm's Abbey School has been favorited by 43 users.
How do I complete an application for St. Anselm's Abbey School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about St. Anselm's Abbey School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit St. Anselm's Abbey School’s official site: https://www.saintanselms.org or call them at 202-269-2350.
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What is the FindingSchool rating for St. Anselm's Abbey School?
The overall rating for St. Anselm's Abbey School is A-.

The section ratings of St. Anselm's Abbey School are:
B+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Boston, the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, is the cultural and financial heart of New England. With a rich history dating back to the American Revolution, it is home to iconic landmarks such as the Freedom Trail, the Boston Common, and the Massachusetts State House. The city boasts prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT and is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving economy. Boston's blend of historical significance and modern innovation makes it one of the most influential cities in the U.S.

Population (2022) 609,023
Cost of Living Higher than average 54%
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