Average
#556 of 716 private schools in IL
Joliet Catholic Academy
High School
1200 N LARKIN AVE, Joliet, IL 60435
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#556 of 716
In Joliet
#7 of 7
public schools
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Joliet Catholic Academy
High School in Joliet · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Joliet Catholic Academy
Joliet Catholic Academy is a private high school in Joliet, IL. Joliet Catholic Academy serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Joliet Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #556 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Joliet Catholic Academy 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 Joliet Catholic Academy compares to the 31 public schools in Joliet, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Joliet
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Joliet Catholic Academy (this school) | 5.4 |
| Taft Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Hufford Junior High School | 4.8 |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary | 3.0 |
| Joliet West High School | 6.7 |
| Pershing Elem School | 2.9 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch | 4.4 |
| Farragut Elem School | 3.6 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School | 5.4 |
| Dirksen Junior High School | 3.8 |
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School | 4.1 |
| Crystal Lawns Elem School | 4.1 |
| Troy Craughwell School | 7.8 |
| Marycrest Early Childhood Center | 7.3 |
| Grand Prairie Elem School | 3.5 |
| Sator Sanchez Elem School | 3.7 |
| Joliet Central High School | 5.3 |
| Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm | 6.6 |
| Edna Keith Elem School | 4.9 |
| Forest Park Individual Ed School | 5.5 |
| Woodland Elem School | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Joliet
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
1200 N LARKIN AVE, Joliet, IL 60435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joliet Catholic Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Marycrest Early Childhood Center (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOLIET MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Crest Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richland Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Crest Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taft Elementary School Joliet | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Hufford Junior High School Joliet | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Joliet | 0.8 mi | — |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary Joliet | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| JOLIET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Crest Hill | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Richland Elem School Crest Hill | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Joliet West High School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Pershing Elem School Joliet | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Joliet | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| TLC LEARNING CENTER Crest Hill | 1.3 mi | — |
| CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Farragut Elem School Joliet | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Dirksen Junior High School Joliet | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School Joliet | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Joliet | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Chaney-Monge School Crest Hill | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| UCP-CDS-MELVIN J LARSON SCHOOL Joliet | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Marycrest Early Childhood Center Joliet | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,967
Median Home Value
$217,200
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
48,521
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
37.1
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|---|---|
| Carver Military Academy HS Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| Harvard High School Harvard, IL | 5.4 |
| Heyworth Jr-Sr High School Heyworth, IL | 5.4 |
| Kewanee High School Kewanee, IL | 5.4 |
| NAZARETH ACADEMY La Grange Park, IL | 5.5 |
| Prairie Central High School Fairbury, IL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joliet Catholic Academy
What grades does Joliet Catholic Academy serve?
Joliet Catholic Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Joliet Catholic Academy?
Joliet Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joliet Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Joliet Catholic Academy is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Joliet Catholic Academy rank in IL?
Joliet Catholic Academy ranks #556 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Joliet Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Joliet Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Joliet Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, Joliet Catholic Academy 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 Joliet Catholic Academy a religious school?
Joliet Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 597
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Phone
- (815) 741-0500
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