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#411 of 716 private schools in IL

Blessed Sacrament School

Elementary School

1018 S 1ST AVE, Morton, IL 61550

Private

Enrollment

60

Student-Teacher

4.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#411 of 716

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Blessed Sacrament School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Morton · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Grundy Elem School

7.6/10

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6.6/10

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About Blessed Sacrament School

Blessed Sacrament School is a private elementary school in Morton, IL. Blessed Sacrament School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Blessed Sacrament School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #411 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 60 students, Blessed Sacrament School 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.

At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Blessed Sacrament School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Blessed Sacrament School 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Blessed Sacrament School compares to the 6 public schools in Morton, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.3:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
60
This School
vs
543
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.7% vs 0%
Black 3.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.7% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Blessed Sacrament School Morton Public Avg

All Schools in Morton

School Rating
Blessed Sacrament School (this school) 6.1
Grundy Elem School 7.6
Jefferson Elem School 6.6
Morton High School 7.4
Morton Jr High School 8.4
Lincoln Elem School 7.6
Lettie Brown Elementary School 7.4

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,091.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Enrollment 60
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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 91.7%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 1.7%
Two or More 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1018 S 1ST AVE, Morton, IL 61550

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blessed Sacrament School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grundy Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lettie Brown Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morton, see our Morton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Grundy Elem School Morton 0.4 mi 7.6
Jefferson Elem School Morton 0.7 mi 6.6
Morton Jr High School Morton 1.1 mi 8.4
Morton High School Morton 1.1 mi 7.4
Lincoln Elem School Morton 1.2 mi 7.6
Lettie Brown Elementary School Morton 3.1 mi 7.4
Tremont Elem School Tremont 5.3 mi 7.2
Tremont Middle School Tremont 5.2 mi 7.0
Tremont High School Tremont 5.2 mi 8.0
Woodrow Wilson Elem School East Peoria 5.4 mi 6.2
Don D Shute Elem School East Peoria 4.9 mi 7.4
J L Hensey Elem School Washington 6.2 mi 4.6
Beverly Manor Elementary School Washington 6.4 mi 3.9
Robein Elem School East Peoria 6.4 mi 7.2
Glendale Elem School East Peoria 6.1 mi 5.3
P L Bolin Elem School East Peoria 6.9 mi 6.5
Armstrong-Oakview Elem School East Peoria 7.5 mi 6.9
Central Intermediate Sch Washington 7.7 mi 7.8
East Peoria High School East Peoria 6.8 mi 5.4
Washington Comm High School Washington 7.7 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,269

Median Home Value

$247,000

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

18,688

College Educated

40.3%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blessed Sacrament School

What grades does Blessed Sacrament School serve?

Blessed Sacrament School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Blessed Sacrament School?

Blessed Sacrament School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blessed Sacrament School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blessed Sacrament School is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Blessed Sacrament School rank in IL?

Blessed Sacrament School ranks #411 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Blessed Sacrament School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blessed Sacrament School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Blessed Sacrament School a private school?

Yes, Blessed Sacrament School 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 Blessed Sacrament School a religious school?

Blessed Sacrament School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
60
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tazewell County

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