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#505 of 716 private schools in IL

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts

Elementary School

1439 W WELLINGTON AVE, Chicago, IL 60657

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#505 of 716

In Chicago

#132 of 162

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About Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #505 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.6 pts below IL schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts 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 Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.7:1

This School

15.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

429

This School

490

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 7% vs 0%

Asian 3.3% vs 0%

Black 0.2% vs 0%

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts (this school)	—	429	15.7:1	5.6
Burley Elem School	0.3 mi	499	16.6:1	8.6
Prescott Elem School	0.5 mi	412	12.5:1	9.4
Harriet Tubman Elem School	0.5 mi	282	9.1:1	7.5
Jahn Elem School	0.6 mi	314	9.8:1	6.3
Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy	0.6 mi	616	15:1	9.2
Hamilton Elem School	0.7 mi	485	13.5:1	9.2
Mayer Elem School	1.0 mi	698	15.9:1	9.3
Blaine Elem School	1.0 mi	636	12.7:1	8.8
Audubon Elem School	1.1 mi	610	13.6:1	6.8
Alcott Elem School	1.1 mi	575	575:1	6.9
Nettelhorst Elem School	1.1 mi	650	14.4:1	7.9
Inter-American Elem Magnet School	1.1 mi	637	14.2:1	7.0
CICS - Bucktown Campus	1.2 mi	537	14.9:1	7.0
Lincoln Elem School	1.3 mi	851	16.4:1	9.1
Greeley Elem School	1.4 mi	434	14:1	7.5
Bell Elem School	1.4 mi	848	14.6:1	8.5
Lane Technical High School	1.5 mi	4,525	16.8:1	8.9
Drummond Elem School	1.5 mi	336	14.6:1	7.0
Pulaski Intl Sch of Chicago	1.5 mi	844	14.1:1	8.1
Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad	1.6 mi	727	14.3:1	5.6

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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 3.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 26%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 429

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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)

White 85.5%

Hispanic 7.0%

Two or More 3.5%

Asian 3.3%

Pacific Islander 0.5%

Black 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1439 W WELLINGTON AVE, Chicago, IL 60657

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prescott Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mayer Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 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
ST LUKE ACADEMY Chicago	0.3 mi	28	—
Burley Elem School Chicago	0.3 mi	499	8.6
Prescott Elem School Chicago	0.5 mi	412	9.4
Harriet Tubman Elem School Chicago	0.5 mi	282	7.5
Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago	0.6 mi	616	9.2
Jahn Elem School Chicago	0.6 mi	314	6.3
Hamilton Elem School Chicago	0.7 mi	485	9.2
ST JOSAPHAT SCHOOL Chicago	0.9 mi	309	7.0
LAKEVIEW PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Chicago	0.8 mi	2	—
ST ANDREW SCHOOL Chicago	0.9 mi	359	6.7
Alcott College Prep Chicago	0.8 mi	378	6.1
Blaine Elem School Chicago	1.0 mi	636	8.8
Mayer Elem School Chicago	1.0 mi	698	9.3
PRAIRIE LAND MONTESSORI Chicago	1.0 mi	3	—
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL ACADEMY Chicago	1.0 mi	205	7.1
Audubon Elem School Chicago	1.1 mi	610	6.8
Inter-American Elem Magnet School Chicago	1.1 mi	637	7.0
Lake View High School Chicago	1.4 mi	1,461	6.8
ST CLEMENT SCHOOL Chicago	1.1 mi	376	6.3
Alcott Elem School Chicago	1.1 mi	575	6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60657 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,025

Median Home Value

$534,500

Median Rent

$1,839/mo

Population

71,268

College Educated

86.6%

Homeownership

37.9%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

31.3

Similar Schools

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ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Breese, IL	279	5.6
Black Hawk Elem School Springfield, IL	261	5.6
Brown W Elem School Chicago, IL	268	5.6
Chateaux School Hazel Crest, IL	271	5.6
Colene Hoose Elem School Normal, IL	441	5.6
Colonel George Iles Elem Sch Quincy, IL	508	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts

What grades does Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts serve?

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts?

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts rank in IL?

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts ranks #505 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts a private school?

Yes, Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts 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 Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts a religious school?

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 91 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 429
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 27
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cook County
Phone: (773) 892-1397

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