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#244 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 34% of private schools

Epiphany Catholic School

Elementary School

1002 E COLLEGE AVE, Normal, IL 61761

Private

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#244 of 716

In Normal

#1 of 3

public schools

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Epiphany Catholic School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Normal · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Colene Hoose Elem School

5.6/10

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6.3/10

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About Epiphany Catholic School

Epiphany Catholic School is a private elementary school in Normal, IL. Epiphany Catholic School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Epiphany Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #244 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.6 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Epiphany 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

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How Epiphany Catholic School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Normal, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
288
This School
vs
454
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.3% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Epiphany Catholic School Normal Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Epiphany Catholic School (this school) 6.8
Chiddix Jr High School 6.3
Colene Hoose Elem School 5.6
Sugar Creek Elem School 3.6
Glenn Elem School 6.8
Thomas Metcalf School 8.9
Kingsley Jr High School 4.9
Fairview Elem School 6.9
Prairieland Elementary School 7.8
Oakdale Elem School 4.6
Grove Elementary School 7.9
Parkside Jr High School 6.1
Parkside Elementary School 5.6

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)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,288.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 288
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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 90.3%
Black 4.2%
Asian 2.8%
Two or More 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1002 E COLLEGE AVE, Normal, IL 61761

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Epiphany Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Metcalf School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northpoint Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairieland Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Normal, see our Normal schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Colene Hoose Elem School Normal 0.5 mi 5.6
Chiddix Jr High School Normal 0.4 mi 6.3
BLOOM COMMUNITY SCHOOL Normal 0.6 mi 4.9
MULBERRY SCHOOL Normal 0.7 mi
Sugar Creek Elem School Normal 0.7 mi 3.6
Glenn Elem School Normal 1.1 mi 6.8
Thomas Metcalf School Normal 1.1 mi 8.9
Prairieland Elementary School Normal 1.5 mi 7.8
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Normal 1.4 mi 5.9
University High School Normal 1.3 mi 9.4
Bloomington High School Bloomington 1.7 mi 6.2
Bloomington Jr High School Bloomington 1.7 mi 4.1
Kingsley Jr High School Normal 1.3 mi 4.9
Fairview Elem School Normal 1.5 mi 6.9
Oakdale Elem School Normal 1.7 mi 4.6
Washington Elem School Bloomington 2.2 mi 5.9
Stevenson Elem School Bloomington 1.8 mi 3.6
Bent Elem School Bloomington 2.1 mi 3.0
Northpoint Elementary School Bloomington 2.0 mi 7.9
Oakland Elementary School Bloomington 2.6 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,642

Median Home Value

$200,900

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

53,404

College Educated

52.5%

Homeownership

55.4%

Avg Commute

17.2 min

Poverty Rate

21.3%

Median Age

25.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Epiphany Catholic School

What grades does Epiphany Catholic School serve?

Epiphany Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Epiphany Catholic School?

Epiphany Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Epiphany Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Epiphany Catholic School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Epiphany Catholic School rank in IL?

Epiphany Catholic School ranks #244 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Epiphany Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Epiphany Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Epiphany Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Epiphany 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 Epiphany Catholic School a religious school?

Epiphany Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
288
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
McLean County

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