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#666 of 716 private schools in IL

Marist High School

High School

4200 W 115TH ST, Chicago, IL 60655

Private

Enrollment

1,657

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#666 of 716

In Chicago

#154 of 162

public schools

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Marist High School

4.5/10

High School in Chicago · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Chicago HS for Agricult Sciences

6.9/10

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About Marist High School

Marist High School is a private high school in Chicago, IL. Marist High School serves approximately 1,657 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Marist High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #666 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares2.1 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Marist 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

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How Marist High School compares to 156 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,657
This School
vs
704
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.5
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69% vs 0%
Hispanic 18% vs 0%
Black 12% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
Marist High School Chicago Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Marist High School (this school) 4.5
Chicago HS for Agricult Sciences 6.9
Morgan Park High School 5.6
Chicago Excel Academy HS 5.6
Julian High School 4.9
CICS - Longwood Campus 5.6
Bogan High School 6.8
Fenger Academy High School 5.6
Goode STEM Academy HS 4.6
Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr 7.1
CICS - Ralph Ellison Campus 5.5
Chicago Collegiate Charter School 4.7
Brooks College Prep Academy HS 8.2
Harlan Community Academy HS 7.1
ACE Amandla Charter School 7.8
Catalyst Charter - Maria ES 5.9
Simeon Career Academy High School 5.1
Perspectives Chtr - Leadership Ac 4.9
Perspectives Chtr - HS of Tech 4.7
YCCS-Community Youth Dev Inst HS 6.8
Corliss High School 5.1

Showing 20 of 156 schools. View all schools in Chicago

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)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,157
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.2 / 10
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Enrollment 1,657
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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 69.0%
Hispanic 18.0%
Black 12.0%
Asian 0.5%
Native American 0.2%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4200 W 115TH ST, Chicago, IL 60655

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marist High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chicago HS for Agricult Sciences (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOTHER MCAULEY LIBERAL ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BR RICE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Chicago HS for Agricult Sciences Chicago 0.5 mi 6.9
Stony Creek Elem School Alsip 0.5 mi 5.6
Prairie Jr High School Alsip 0.7 mi 5.8
Lawn Manor School Oak Lawn 0.8 mi 6.4
ST CATHERINE OF ALEXANDRIA SCHOOL Oak Lawn 1.0 mi 5.0
Hamlin Upper Grade Center Alsip 1.0 mi 6.1
OAK LAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Lawn 0.9 mi
District 126 Early Childhood Ctr Alsip 1.1 mi 5.0
Lane Elem School Alsip 1.1 mi 4.2
Cassell Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 4.4
Kolmar Avenue Elem School Oak Lawn 1.4 mi 6.4
Mount Greenwood Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 7.9
Hazelgreen Elem School Alsip 1.2 mi 5.8
QUEEN OF MARTYRS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Evergreen Park 1.6 mi 5.5
BR RICE HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.9 mi 4.5
Meadow Lane School Merrionette Park 1.4 mi 4.8
MOTHER MCAULEY LIBERAL ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 2.0 mi 6.2
Keller Elem Gifted Magnet School Chicago 1.6 mi 9.2
George Washington Elementary Sch Alsip 1.8 mi 5.0
J M Hannum Elem School Oak Lawn 2.1 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60655 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,443

Median Home Value

$303,300

Median Rent

$1,468/mo

Population

27,794

College Educated

46.8%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills, IL 4.4
Jefferson High School Rockford, IL 4.4
BENET ACADEMY Lisle, IL 4.3
Galesburg Senior High School Galesburg, IL 4.7
MacArthur High School Decatur, IL 4.7
Proviso East High School Maywood, IL 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marist High School

What grades does Marist High School serve?

Marist High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Marist High School?

Marist High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,657 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marist High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marist High School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Marist High School rank in IL?

Marist High School ranks #666 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Marist High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marist High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Marist High School a private school?

Yes, Marist 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 Marist High School a religious school?

Marist High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,657
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
116
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County

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