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#237 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 33% of private schools

Kiefer School

School

404 NE MADISON AVE, Peoria, IL 61603

Private

Enrollment

71

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#237 of 716

In Peoria

#6 of 14

public schools

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Kiefer School

6.9/10

School in Peoria · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Peoria High School

6.2/10

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About Kiefer School

Kiefer School is a private school in Peoria, IL. Kiefer School serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kiefer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.7 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 71 students, Kiefer School 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Kiefer School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Kiefer 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 Kiefer School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Peoria, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
71
This School
vs
451
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.9% vs 0%
Black 15.5% vs 0%
Kiefer School Peoria Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Kiefer School (this school) 6.9
Peoria High School 6.2
Lincoln School 3.8
Franklin Primary School 3.8
Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr 4.8
Whittier Primary School 5.4
The Elise Ford Allen Academy 2.5
Von Steuben Middle School 2.4
Quest Charter School Academy 4.4
Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School 4.2
Reservoir Gifted School 8.6
Manual High School 4.1
Sterling Middle School 3.7
Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School 2.4
Trewyn Primary School 6.4
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Cntr 5.2
Hines Primary School 3.0
Pleasant Hill Elem School 4.5
Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch 7.4
Pleasant Valley Primary School 4.1
Rolling Acres Middle School 4.6

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Peoria

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)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 35%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 71
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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 78.9%
Black 15.5%
Two or More 5.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

404 NE MADISON AVE, Peoria, IL 61603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kiefer School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MONROE (rated 5.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Peoria Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Peoria High School Peoria 1.0 mi 6.2
Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr Peoria 1.2 mi 4.8
Lincoln School Peoria 1.1 mi 3.8
Valeska Hinton Early Ch Ed Ctr Peoria 1.0 mi 5.8
Franklin Primary School Peoria 1.1 mi 3.8
ST MARK SCHOOL Peoria 1.3 mi 7.7
Von Steuben Middle School Peoria 2.0 mi 2.4
Whittier Primary School Peoria 1.7 mi 5.4
The Elise Ford Allen Academy Peoria 1.8 mi 2.5
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Peoria 2.3 mi 5.6
Quest Charter School Academy Peoria 2.1 mi 4.4
Central Jr High School East Peoria 2.3 mi 4.5
ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Peoria 2.4 mi 5.3
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MONROE Peoria Heights 2.6 mi 5.1
East Peoria High School East Peoria 2.3 mi 5.4
Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School Peoria 2.6 mi 4.2
Reservoir Gifted School Peoria 2.7 mi 8.6
Lincoln Elem School East Peoria 2.9 mi 3.9
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Peoria Heights 3.0 mi 8.1
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peoria 2.6 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,405

Median Home Value

$73,100

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

15,430

College Educated

15.4%

Homeownership

53.3%

Avg Commute

16.4 min

Poverty Rate

29.5%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kiefer School

What grades does Kiefer School serve?

Kiefer School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Kiefer School?

Kiefer School has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kiefer School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kiefer School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kiefer School rank in IL?

Kiefer School ranks #237 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Kiefer School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kiefer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kiefer School a private school?

Yes, Kiefer School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Kiefer School a religious school?

No, Kiefer School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
71
Gender Split
89% M / 11% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
210 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Peoria County

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