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#469 of 716 private schools in IL
Marquette Catholic High School
High School
219 E 4TH ST, Alton, IL 62002
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#469 of 716
In Alton
#4 of 4
public schools
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Marquette Catholic High School
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About Marquette Catholic High School
Marquette Catholic High School is a private high school in Alton, IL. Marquette Catholic High School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Marquette Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #469 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Marquette 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 Marquette Catholic High School compares to the 6 public schools in Alton, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Alton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Marquette Catholic High School (this school) | 5.8 |
| West Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Lovejoy Elem School | 3.6 |
| Eunice Smith Elem School | 4.0 |
| East Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Alton Middle School | 4.6 |
| Alton High School | 7.1 |
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
219 E 4TH ST, Alton, IL 62002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marquette Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alton High School (rated 7.1/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Alton-Wood River High Sch (rated 6.4/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Wood River), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BISSELL HALL (rated 5.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Alton, see our Alton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY SCHOOL Alton | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTER FOR CHILDREN TO HEAL AND ACHIEVE (CCHA) Alton | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| West Elementary School Alton | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Lovejoy Elem School Alton | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Eunice Smith Elem School Alton | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Alton Middle School Alton | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| East Elementary School Alton | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Godfrey | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| EVANGELICAL SCHOOL Godfrey | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MISSISSIPPI VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alton | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Alton High School Alton | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Gilson Brown Elem School Godfrey | 3.4 mi | 3.4 |
| North Elementary School Godfrey | 4.0 mi | 4.0 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Godfrey | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| BISSELL HALL St. Louis | 4.8 mi | 5.4 |
| TWIN RIVERS St. Louis | 4.8 mi | — |
| LEWIS AND CLARK HALL St. Louis | 4.8 mi | — |
| Lewis & Clark Elem School Godfrey | 5.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Washington Elem School East Alton | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| East Alton-Wood River High Sch Wood River | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,851
Median Home Value
$114,300
Median Rent
$941/mo
Population
30,036
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
41.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marquette Catholic High School
What grades does Marquette Catholic High School serve?
Marquette Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Marquette Catholic High School?
Marquette Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marquette Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marquette Catholic High School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Marquette Catholic High School rank in IL?
Marquette Catholic High School ranks #469 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Marquette Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marquette Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Marquette Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Marquette 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 Marquette Catholic High School a religious school?
Marquette Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (618) 463-0580
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