Below Average

#656 of 716 private schools in IL

Academy of St Benedict the African

Elementary School

6020 S LAFLIN ST, Chicago, IL 60636

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#656 of 716

In Chicago

#153 of 162

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About Academy of St Benedict the African

Academy of St Benedict the African is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Academy of St Benedict the African serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of St Benedict the African has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #656 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.6 pts below IL schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 194 students, Academy of St Benedict the African is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Academy of St Benedict the African is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Academy of St Benedict the African compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.6:1

This School

15.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

194

This School

490

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 92.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 1% vs 0%

Academy of St Benedict the African Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Academy of St Benedict the African (this school)	—	194	17.6:1	4.6
Langford A Elem School	0.3 mi	181	10.1:1	5.8
Lindblom Math & Science Acad HS	0.5 mi	1,360	16:1	7.7
Providence-Englewood Elem Charter	0.6 mi	441	17.6:1	2.4
Henderson Elem School	0.7 mi	234	16.7:1	5.9
Earle Elem School	0.7 mi	262	10.9:1	6.3
Nicholson Tech Acad Elem Sch	0.8 mi	445	14.4:1	3.5
CICS - Basil Campus	0.8 mi	480	25.3:1	6.5
Bass Elem School	0.8 mi	287	11.5:1	5.2
Libby Elem School	0.9 mi	253	13.3:1	6.3
Davis M Magnet Elem School	0.9 mi	139	9.9:1	7.7
OToole Elem School	0.9 mi	286	12.4:1	5.3
Holmes Elem School	0.9 mi	128	9.8:1	6.0
Fulton Elem School	1.0 mi	329	11.8:1	6.8
Claremont Academy Elem School	1.1 mi	327	10.2:1	4.2
Mays Elem Academy	1.1 mi	244	14.4:1	3.0
Montessori of Englewood Chtr ES	1.2 mi	334	—:1	6.8
Kershaw Elem School	1.2 mi	207	9.4:1	4.6
Sherman Elem School	1.3 mi	210	10.5:1	5.2
Horizon Sci Acad - Southwest Chtr	1.3 mi	746	10.8:1	6.2
KIPP Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus	1.3 mi	914	19.4:1	7.3

Showing 20 of 503 schools. View all schools in Chicago

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention

C- 2.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 14%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 194

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 92.8%

Two or More 6.2%

Hispanic 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6020 S LAFLIN ST, Chicago, IL 60636

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of St Benedict the African may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis M Magnet Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fulton Elem School (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CS ACADEMY COLLEGE PREP Chicago	0.3 mi	36	5.5
Langford A Elem School Chicago	0.3 mi	181	5.8
CS ACADEMY Chicago	0.4 mi	40	6.2
Providence-Englewood Elem Charter Chicago	0.6 mi	441	2.4
Lindblom Math & Science Acad HS Chicago	0.5 mi	1,360	7.7
Henderson Elem School Chicago	0.7 mi	234	5.9
CICS - Basil Campus Chicago	0.8 mi	480	6.5
Libby Elem School Chicago	0.9 mi	253	6.3
Bass Elem School Chicago	0.8 mi	287	5.2
Davis M Magnet Elem School Chicago	0.9 mi	139	7.7
Earle Elem School Chicago	0.7 mi	262	6.3
Fulton Elem School Chicago	1.0 mi	329	6.8
Nicholson Tech Acad Elem Sch Chicago	0.8 mi	445	3.5
OToole Elem School Chicago	0.9 mi	286	5.3
Holmes Elem School Chicago	0.9 mi	128	6.0
Montessori of Englewood Chtr ES Chicago	1.2 mi	334	6.8
VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago	1.0 mi	124	7.5
Richards Career Academy HS Chicago	1.3 mi	315	5.9
Wentworth Elem School Chicago	1.3 mi	388	5.8
Mays Elem Academy Chicago	1.1 mi	244	3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60636 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,077

Median Home Value

$150,600

Median Rent

$1,135/mo

Population

31,007

College Educated

10.5%

Homeownership

50.9%

Avg Commute

40.4 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

35.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quincy, IL	205	4.6
Dr Bessie Rhodes-Global Studies Skokie, IL	253	4.6
EVANGELICAL SCHOOL Godfrey, IL	253	4.6
J L Hensey Elem School Washington, IL	255	4.6
Kershaw Elem School Chicago, IL	207	4.6
Memorial Elem School Taylorville, IL	262	4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy of St Benedict the African

What grades does Academy of St Benedict the African serve?

Academy of St Benedict the African serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Academy of St Benedict the African?

Academy of St Benedict the African has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of St Benedict the African?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of St Benedict the African is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy of St Benedict the African rank in IL?

Academy of St Benedict the African ranks #656 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Academy of St Benedict the African's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of St Benedict the African has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy of St Benedict the African a private school?

Yes, Academy of St Benedict the African is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy of St Benedict the African a religious school?

Academy of St Benedict the African has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 76 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 66 Good Transit
Bike Score: 56 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 194
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cook County
Phone: (773) 776-3316

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