Very Good
#121 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 17% of private schools
Gibault Catholic
High School
501 COLUMBIA AVE, Waterloo, IL 62298
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#121 of 716
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About Gibault Catholic
Gibault Catholic is a private high school in Waterloo, IL. Gibault Catholic serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Gibault Catholic has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Gibault Catholic 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Gibault Catholic sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gibault Catholic 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 Gibault Catholic compares to the 5 public schools in Waterloo, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Waterloo
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gibault Catholic (this school) | 7.5 |
| W J Zahnow Elem School | 5.9 |
| Waterloo Junior High School | 6.7 |
| Rogers Elem School | 8.3 |
| Gardner Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Waterloo High School | 6.7 |
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
501 COLUMBIA AVE, Waterloo, IL 62298
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gibault Catholic may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Waterloo High School (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Columbia High School (rated 6.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Columbia), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Valmeyer High School (rated 6.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Valmeyer), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waterloo, see our Waterloo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W J Zahnow Elem School Waterloo | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Waterloo Junior High School Waterloo | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Rogers Elem School Waterloo | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Gardner Elementary School Waterloo | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Waterloo High School Waterloo | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Columbia | 7.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Eagleview Elementary School Columbia | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Columbia Middle School Columbia | 7.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Columbia High School Columbia | 7.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Parkview Elementary School Columbia | 7.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Valmeyer High School Valmeyer | 7.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Valmeyer Elementary School Valmeyer | 7.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Valmeyer Jr High Valmeyer | 7.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Millstadt | 8.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Millstadt Consolidated School Millstadt | 8.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Millstadt Primary Center Millstadt | 9.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Smithton | 9.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Bluffview Elem School Dupo | 12.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Dupo Jr High School Dupo | 12.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Dupo High School Dupo | 12.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62298 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,073
Median Home Value
$263,200
Median Rent
$884/mo
Population
17,907
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
43.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gibault Catholic
What grades does Gibault Catholic serve?
Gibault Catholic serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gibault Catholic?
Gibault Catholic has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gibault Catholic?
The student-teacher ratio at Gibault Catholic is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gibault Catholic rank in IL?
Gibault Catholic ranks #121 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Gibault Catholic's MySchoolScout rating?
Gibault Catholic has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gibault Catholic a private school?
Yes, Gibault Catholic 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 Gibault Catholic a religious school?
Gibault Catholic has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Monroe County
- Phone
- (618) 922-9751
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