At Xavier, attention to the cognitive development of young women is vital. The School is committed to fostering excellence in academics, building character in young women and nurturing leadership. Xavier offers numerous opportunities for students to become involved in their community and to share in student activities and peer groups. Ninety-five percent of the student body participates in one of more than 75 extra-curricular activities.

Xavier’s tradition of academic achievement is second-to-none. Xavier students consistently score in the top percentiles of standardized tests. Over the past 10 years, the School has congratulated:

• 84 National Merit Finalists;
• 139 Commended Scholars;
• 40 National Hispanic Scholars;
• 9 National Black American Scholars;
• Xavier has boasted Presidential
  Scholars in 1979, 1986,
  1990, and 2001, as well
  as Presidential Scholar
  Semi-Finalists in 1975,
  1993 and 2006.
• 1 Flinn Scholar, 2004