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#591 of 716 private schools in IL
Marian Catholic High School
High School
700 ASHLAND AVE, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Enrollment
861
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
861
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#591 of 716
In Chicago Heights
#3 of 3
public schools
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About Marian Catholic High School
Marian Catholic High School is a private high school in Chicago Heights, IL. Marian Catholic High School serves approximately 861 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Marian Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #591 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Marian Catholic High 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
BetaHow Marian Catholic High School compares to the 12 public schools in Chicago Heights, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Chicago Heights
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Marian Catholic High School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Kennedy Elem School | 6.0 |
| Greenbriar Elem School | 5.4 |
| Bloom High School | 5.2 |
| Roosevelt Elem School | 6.1 |
| Serena Hills Elem School | 7.2 |
| Wilson Elem School | 5.6 |
| Jefferson Elem School | 6.0 |
| Washington-McKinley Elem Sch | 6.6 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School | 8.7 |
| Garfield Elem School | 6.0 |
| Bloom Trail High School | 5.2 |
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
700 ASHLAND AVE, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marian Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chicago Heights Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Chicago Hts), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heather Hill Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago Heights, see our Chicago Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Bloom High School Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Chicago Heights Middle School Chicago Hts | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Serena Hills Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights | 0.9 mi | — |
| Wilson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington-McKinley Elem Sch Chicago Heights | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Winston Churchill School Homewood | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| HELLO MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Homewood | 1.9 mi | — |
| Illinois School Park Forest | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Western Avenue Elem School Flossmoor | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Heather Hill Elem School Flossmoor | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| FLOSSMOOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flossmoor | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,627
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
52,395
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marian Catholic High School
What grades does Marian Catholic High School serve?
Marian Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Marian Catholic High School?
Marian Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 861 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marian Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marian Catholic High School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Marian Catholic High School rank in IL?
Marian Catholic High School ranks #591 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Marian Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marian Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Marian Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Marian Catholic High 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 Marian Catholic High School a religious school?
Marian Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 861
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 755-7565
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