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Jordan Catholic School

Elementary School

2901 24TH ST, Rock Island, IL 61201

Private

Enrollment

292

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#321 of 716

In Rock Island

#1 of 2

public schools

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Jordan Catholic School

6.6/10

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

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5.5/10

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5.0/10

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About Jordan Catholic School

Jordan Catholic School is a private elementary school in Rock Island, IL. Jordan Catholic School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jordan Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #321 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.4 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Jordan 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 Jordan Catholic School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Rock Island, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
292
This School
vs
376
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 12.7% vs 0%
Asian 4.8% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
Jordan Catholic School Rock Island Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Jordan Catholic School (this school) 6.6
Eugene Field Elem School 5.5
Frances Willard Elem School 5.6
Washington Jr High School 4.4
Horace Mann ELC 4.4
RICMS 4.3
Edison Jr High School 5.4
Earl H Hanson Elem School 7.3
Denkmann Elem School 4.5
Rock Island Academy 6.2
Longfellow Elem School 4.5
Ridgewood Elem School 5.8

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- 5.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 41%
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 292
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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 75.3%
Hispanic 12.7%
Two or More 6.2%
Asian 4.8%
Black 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2901 24TH ST, Rock Island, IL 61201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jordan Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Earl H Hanson Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rock Island Academy (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Thomas Jefferson Elem School (rated 5.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Milan), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rock Island, see our Rock Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Eugene Field Elem School Rock Island 0.4 mi 5.5
Rock Island High School Rock Island 0.7 mi 5.0
RICMS Rock Island 1.2 mi 4.3
Washington Jr High School Rock Island 1.1 mi 4.4
Frances Willard Elem School Rock Island 1.0 mi 5.6
Horace Mann ELC Rock Island 1.1 mi 4.4
Edison Jr High School Rock Island 1.2 mi 5.4
Earl H Hanson Elem School Rock Island 1.2 mi 7.3
Rock Island Academy Rock Island 1.6 mi 6.2
Denkmann Elem School Rock Island 1.4 mi 4.5
ALLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rock Island 1.7 mi 6.4
Longfellow Elem School Rock Island 2.0 mi 4.5
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Moline 1.9 mi
Hamilton Elem School Moline 2.0 mi 4.5
Thomas Jefferson Elem School Milan 3.0 mi 5.8
John Deere Middle School Moline 2.4 mi 3.6
Lincoln-Irving Elem School Moline 2.6 mi 2.9
QUAD CITIES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moline 2.6 mi 6.8
Central High School Davenport 3.5 mi 3.9
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moline 2.8 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,260

Median Home Value

$118,300

Median Rent

$822/mo

Population

37,294

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

63.3%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Anne M Jeans Elem School Willowbrook, IL 6.6
Arthur Grade School Arthur, IL 6.6
Bert H Fulton School Tinley Park, IL 6.6
Central Elem School Pontiac, IL 6.6
Dean Street Elem School Woodstock, IL 6.6
Gallatin Elementary School Junction, IL 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jordan Catholic School

What grades does Jordan Catholic School serve?

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

How many students attend Jordan Catholic School?

Jordan Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Jordan Catholic School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Jordan Catholic School rank in IL?

Jordan Catholic School ranks #321 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Jordan Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jordan Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Jordan Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Jordan 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 Jordan Catholic School a religious school?

Jordan Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
292
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Small City
County
Rock Island County

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