Boys prep school in Richmond, VA with ADD/ADHD support, small classes of 16, and college-prep curriculum including AP courses
St. Christopher's School is a boys' preparatory school (PreK–12) in Richmond, VA that offers ADD/ADHD support for students who need additional academic accommodations. With small average class sizes of 16 students and 181 dedicated teachers—65% holding advanced degrees—the school provides individualized attention that can benefit boys managing attention or learning challenges alongside college-preparatory coursework.
The school's educational approach emphasizes character development, personal responsibility, and tailored instruction in how boys learn. Students have access to a broad curriculum including AP courses across STEM, humanities, and arts, as well as a vibrant extracurricular program spanning athletics (19+ sports), arts, and leadership opportunities. The structured environment and emphasis on nurturing each student's growth support a range of learning styles and developmental needs.
Founded in 1911, St. Christopher's admits approximately 985 students and maintains an acceptance rate of 25%. The school offers need-based financial aid, with 25% of students receiving support and an average grant of $13,539. For families seeking a college-prep environment with ADD/ADHD support and small-class instruction, prospective families should contact Admissions Director Hamill Jones at (804) 282-3185 or visit stchristophers.com for current program details and admissions requirements.
| Year Founded | 1911 |
| Tuition Notes | St. Christopher's School offers need-based financial assistance. |
| Total Students | 985 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 181 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65 |
| Average Class Size | 16 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
| Admissions Director | Hamill Jones |
| Admissions Associate | Anne Wesley Gehring |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 25 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 25 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $13,539 |
| Student Body Type | All-boys |
| Percent of Students of Color | 9 |
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Climbing · Cross Country · Diving · Football · Golf · Indoor Soccer · Lacrosse · Mountain Biking · Rock Climbing · Sailing · Soccer · Squash · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Winter Track · Wrestling · Show More (3) · Hide |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) · National Association of College Admissions Counselors · Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Episcopal |
| School Calendar | www.stchristophers.com/today--stc/school-calendar |
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