Catholic schools administered by the Diocese of Arlington have opened their doors for the 2025-2026 school year to more than 18,000 students in grades pre-K through 12th.

“Our Catholic schools are joyful communities committed to providing an education in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Working with parents, who are our students’ primary educators, we strive to provide an environment that is academically excellent and spiritually fulfilling, preparing our students for lives of faith, service and integrity,” said Dr. Joseph E. Vorbach III, superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Arlington.

Here are some highlights about our schools:

  • 37 elementary schools, four high schools, three early childhood centers and seven independent schools are located throughout the diocese.
  • Summit Academy in Fredericksburg, was recently recognized as an independent Catholic School, bringing the total number of schools to 51.
  • Overall, there is slight growth in enrollment. Individually more than half of our schools are projecting growth for the 2025-26 year.
  • All schools in the diocese have enrolled students with disabilities, and 18 have students with intellectual disabilities.
  • More than 70% of schools in the diocese have been named Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education.
  • St. Ambrose Dual Immersion School in Annandale is the state’s only bilingual Catholic school. Preschool registration increased by 60% over last year, and the school provided more than $150,000 in financial aid to families.
  • Our Lady of Good Counsel School in Vienna was named again as a one of America’s healthiest schools by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
  • The Diocese of Arlington’s five-year post-COVID enrollment average represents enrollment growth of 4.7% versus the five-year pre-COVID enrollment average. This has outpaced national trends in Catholic school enrollment, where enrollment averages are still below pre-pandemic levels.
  • Students enrolled in diocesan schools saved taxpayers in Virginia more than $300 million ($6,847 per student) in 2024.

Students in diocesan schools are destined for success. The more than 900 graduates from diocesan high schools in 2025 received more than $84 million in scholarships.

Media interested in visiting one of our schools to learn more about what we offer, should contact Mary Shaffrey, director of media relations, [email protected] or 703-841-2517.