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#578 of 716 private schools in IL
Immaculate Conception
Elementary School
321 S METTER AVE, Columbia, IL 62236
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#578 of 716
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Immaculate Conception
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Immaculate Conception
Immaculate Conception is a private elementary school in Columbia, IL. Immaculate Conception serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Immaculate Conception has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #578 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Immaculate Conception 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 Immaculate Conception compares to the 4 public schools in Columbia, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Columbia
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Immaculate Conception (this school) | 5.2 |
| Eagleview Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Columbia Middle School | 6.1 |
| Parkview Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Columbia High School | 6.6 |
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
321 S METTER AVE, Columbia, IL 62236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Immaculate Conception may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEASLEY ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rogers Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Waterloo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkview Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eagleview Elementary School Columbia | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Columbia Middle School Columbia | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Parkview Elementary School Columbia | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Columbia High School Columbia | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Dupo Jr High School Dupo | 5.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Dupo High School Dupo | 5.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Bluffview Elem School Dupo | 5.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Millstadt | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Millstadt Consolidated School Millstadt | 5.7 mi | 6.7 |
| JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 6.0 mi | 3.6 |
| GIBAULT CATHOLIC Waterloo | 7.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Millstadt Primary Center Millstadt | 5.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis | 6.2 mi | 8.5 |
| OAKVILLE MIDDLE St. Louis | 5.9 mi | 8.1 |
| WOHLWEND ELEM. St. Louis | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| W J Zahnow Elem School Waterloo | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL St. Louis | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Elizabeth Morris Elem School Cahokia | 7.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Waterloo Junior High School Waterloo | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Rogers Elem School Waterloo | 7.8 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,070
Median Home Value
$300,300
Median Rent
$1,089/mo
Population
14,175
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annawan Grade School Annawan, IL | 5.2 |
| Bass Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.2 |
| Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook, IL | 5.2 |
| Centennial Elem School Plano, IL | 5.2 |
| Clearview Elem School Waukegan, IL | 5.2 |
| Clifford P Carlson Elem School Rockford, IL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Immaculate Conception
What grades does Immaculate Conception serve?
Immaculate Conception serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Immaculate Conception?
Immaculate Conception has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Conception?
The student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Conception is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Immaculate Conception rank in IL?
Immaculate Conception ranks #578 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Immaculate Conception's MySchoolScout rating?
Immaculate Conception has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Immaculate Conception a private school?
Yes, Immaculate Conception 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 Immaculate Conception a religious school?
Immaculate Conception has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monroe County
- Phone
- (618) 281-5353
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