Prospective Students

St Pius X Catholic School is tight-knit neighborhood school in the city of Norfolk, offering a comprehensive Pre K3-8th Grade education to more than 350 local children.  Our school offers a families a solid, well rounded, highly rewarding education.

Though predominately Catholic, we respectfully educate children of all faiths and boast a diverse tight knit community of families that support our mission of service. 

We are accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

• We are accredited by the Virginia Catholic Education Association (VCEA).
• We follow the structured curriculum of the diocese of Richmond, VA.
• Our faculty to student ratio is only 7:1.
• Our staff of academic and resource teachers is highly recognized.
• We offer a wide variety of after school activities and study programs.
• We place significant value on virtues that guide development of children and family. 

When it comes to offering a great Catholic School education, don’t just take our word for it. Read what some of our St. Pius X families have to say … 
(edited from www.greatsschools.net)

“St Pius X School in Norfolk is one of this region's best kept secrets. Highly skilled teachers, dedicated IHM sisters, an accredited curriculum, a small yet diverse student body, and a unbelievably strong community of families makes this 'neighborhood' school a true gift to our children.”

“The love at Saint Pius to this day leaves me in awe. We are the least expensive Catholic School in Hampton Roads. I would pay any amount necessary to attend Saint Pius. The experience has been priceless for our family.”

“SPX is a great place for our kids. The curriculum is advanced and complete, the other parents are easy to get along with and a lot like an extended family. I was welcomed easily as a newcomer. If you are looking for a traditional Catholic parish school, this is a perfect fit.”
“Don't be surprised when you see a priest and a nun welcoming your kids in to the building in the morning. The priests and sisters do a great job with integrating the Catholic faith in the school, but our non-Catholic friends fit right in too.”

“[St. Pius X is] an excellent education in a Christ-Centered environment. The population is diverse so that it does not feel like a 'private' school. Very much like the Parochial education that I grew up with and wanted for my own children. Excellent preparation for competitive high school programs. Our students have been valedictorians 3 years in a row in area public high school academies and IB programs as well as meeting with success in academically challenging private high schools.”

“This school rocks! Free after school activities including dance, reading, ranger rosary, art, and much more. The teachers and principal go above and beyond to make this a well-rounded Christian educational environment for Catholics and other Christians alike. This extraordinary school also had the lowest tuition rate and most diversity of any of the Private Schools in Norfolk or Virginia Beach. My family is blessed to be part of this community.”

“I love the fact that we still have the nuns :), who are in the school as well, the staff is wonderful, Sister Linda has done a wonderful job for the school along with VP Val Mosborg. The children are very polite, and bad behavior is not accepted, great before and after school program ... even during holiday breaks. Pius also offers a summer camp you can't beat that!”
“This school is a great environment for my kids. The Catholic teaching and strong academics make me proud to send both of my kids to St. Pius. Kids who graduate from SPX are well prepared for rigorous high school work.”

“We have found St Pius X School to be a wonderful community of students, teachers and parents! We have two in the lower grades and another starts Pre-K soon. The academics are challenging and our students are reading way ahead of grade level. Mostly, we are thrilled to have so many people helping us to look out for our children.”
“Music, art, computers, foreign language and John's Hopkins gifted programs are all wonderful. We're a military family and have found a great school for our kids in Norfolk. We are not Catholic but appreciate the Christ-centered school and character curriculum.”

“Everything about this school is awesome! From the challenging curriculum to truly caring teachers, to a sharp enthusiastic principal that has a genuine love for education and the students. No doubt about it this school is hard, and may not be for everyone. Those that graduate from St. Pius will have a foundation for entry into the fine st universities. This is the 'Prep School' tradition at a Charter School price!”