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Below Average

#662 of 716 private schools in IL

Evangelical School

Elementary School

1212 W HOMER M ADAMS PKWY, Godfrey, IL 62035

Private

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#662 of 716

In Godfrey

#3 of 3

public schools

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Evangelical School

4.6/10

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

St Ambrose Catholic School

6.1/10

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3.4/10

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About Evangelical School

Evangelical School is a private elementary school in Godfrey, IL. Evangelical School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Evangelical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #662 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.6 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Evangelical 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 Evangelical School compares to the 3 public schools in Godfrey, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
253
This School
vs
339
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.6
This School
vs
3.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Black 0.8% vs 0%
Asian 0.8% vs 0%
Evangelical School Godfrey Public Avg

All Schools in Godfrey

School Rating
Evangelical School (this school) 4.6
Gilson Brown Elem School 3.4
North Elementary School 4.0
Lewis & Clark Elem School 4.1

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)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 10%
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
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Enrollment 253
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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 94.9%
Hispanic 3.6%
Black 0.8%
Asian 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1212 W HOMER M ADAMS PKWY, Godfrey, IL 62035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Evangelical School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Alton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Godfrey, see our Godfrey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Godfrey 0.4 mi 6.1
Gilson Brown Elem School Godfrey 0.8 mi 3.4
West Elementary School Alton 1.5 mi 5.6
CENTER FOR CHILDREN TO HEAL AND ACHIEVE (CCHA) Alton 1.6 mi 6.5
North Elementary School Godfrey 1.6 mi 4.0
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Godfrey 1.8 mi 5.8
Eunice Smith Elem School Alton 1.7 mi 4.0
MARQUETTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Alton 2.7 mi 5.8
Lovejoy Elem School Alton 2.4 mi 3.6
ST MARY SCHOOL Alton 2.8 mi 7.0
Lewis & Clark Elem School Godfrey 3.0 mi 4.1
Alton High School Alton 2.5 mi 7.1
Alton Middle School Alton 3.0 mi 4.6
East Elementary School Alton 3.5 mi 5.2
MISSISSIPPI VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alton 3.5 mi 6.6
BISSELL HALL St. Louis 6.9 mi 5.4
TWIN RIVERS St. Louis 6.9 mi
LEWIS AND CLARK HALL St. Louis 6.9 mi
Washington Elem School East Alton 6.3 mi 4.9
ARROWPOINT ELEM. St. Louis 8.0 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,696

Median Home Value

$179,900

Median Rent

$1,158/mo

Population

15,915

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

84.8%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

49.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ACADEMY OF ST BENEDICT THE AFRICAN Chicago, IL 4.6
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quincy, IL 4.6
Carol Moseley Braun School Calumet City, IL 4.6
Dr Bessie Rhodes-Global Studies Skokie, IL 4.6
Ellis Elem School Belleville, IL 4.6
J L Hensey Elem School Washington, IL 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Evangelical School

What grades does Evangelical School serve?

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

How many students attend Evangelical School?

Evangelical School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Evangelical School?

The student-teacher ratio at Evangelical School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Evangelical School rank in IL?

Evangelical School ranks #662 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Evangelical School's MySchoolScout rating?

Evangelical School 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 Evangelical School a private school?

Yes, Evangelical School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Evangelical School a religious school?

Evangelical School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
253
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Madison County

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