Below Average
#625 of 716 private schools in IL
Costa Catholic School
Elementary School
2726 COSTA DR, Galesburg, IL 61401
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#625 of 716
In Galesburg
#2 of 2
public schools
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Costa Catholic School
Elementary School in Galesburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Costa Catholic School
Costa Catholic School is a private elementary school in Galesburg, IL. Costa Catholic School serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Costa Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #625 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Costa Catholic 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.
Costa Catholic 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
BetaHow Costa Catholic School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Galesburg, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Costa Catholic School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Silas Willard Elem School | 5.7 |
| Galesburg Senior High School | 4.7 |
| Bright Futures Pre-K Prog | 4.5 |
| Steele School | 6.6 |
| Lombard Middle School | 7.3 |
| King School | 4.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2726 COSTA DR, Galesburg, IL 61401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Costa Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hedding Grade Sch (rated 8.1/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Abingdon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Early Childhood School (rated 7.0/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Monmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steele School (rated 6.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Galesburg, see our Galesburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Silas Willard Elem School Galesburg | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Galesburg Senior High School Galesburg | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Bright Futures Pre-K Prog Galesburg | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| GALESBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ASSOC Galesburg | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Steele School Galesburg | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lombard Middle School Galesburg | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| King School Galesburg | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Knoxville Sr High School Knoxville | 7.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Mable Woolsey Elem School Knoxville | 7.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Knoxville Jr High School Knoxville | 7.2 mi | 3.7 |
| R O W V A Elem School Oneida | 10.1 mi | 6.0 |
| R O W V A Jr and Sr High School Oneida | 10.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Hedding Grade Sch Abingdon | 12.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Abingdon-Avon High Sch Abingdon | 12.7 mi | 6.2 |
| AlWood Middle/High School Woodhull | 14.1 mi | 6.9 |
| United Elem Sch - North Alexis | 11.5 mi | 6.0 |
| AlWood Elem School Alpha | 14.8 mi | 5.2 |
| United High School Monmouth | 12.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Early Childhood School Monmouth | 14.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Intermediate School Monmouth | 15.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,728
Median Home Value
$94,900
Median Rent
$724/mo
Population
30,684
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andalusia Elem School Andalusia, IL | 4.9 |
| Bright Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
| Douglas Elem School Belleville, IL | 4.9 |
| Hay Elem Community Academy Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy Chicago, IL | 4.9 |
| Prairieview-Ogden South Elem Ogden, IL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Costa Catholic School
What grades does Costa Catholic School serve?
Costa Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Costa Catholic School?
Costa Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Costa Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Costa Catholic School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Costa Catholic School rank in IL?
Costa Catholic School ranks #625 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Costa Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Costa Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Costa Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Costa Catholic 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 Costa Catholic School a religious school?
Costa Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 196
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Knox County
- Phone
- (309) 344-3151
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