Very Good
#114 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 16% of private schools
Old St Marys School
Elementary School
1474 S MICHIGAN AVE, Chicago, IL 60605
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#114 of 716
In Chicago
#41 of 162
public schools
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Old St Marys School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Old St Marys School
Old St Marys School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Old St Marys School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Old St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Old St Marys School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Old St Marys 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 Old St Marys School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Old St Marys School (this school) | 7.6 |
| South Loop Elem School | 6.6 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus | 5.4 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy | 7.5 |
| Haines Elem School | 8.8 |
| Drake Elem School | 4.8 |
| Walsh Elem School | 3.4 |
| Ward J Elem School | 7.9 |
| Jungman Elem School | 7.5 |
| Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad | 7.9 |
| Smyth J Elem School | 5.6 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd | 7.9 |
| Healy Elem School | 8.6 |
| Perez Elem School | 5.9 |
| Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet | 4.3 |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy | 4.9 |
| Chicago World Language Academy | 5.8 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem | 9.2 |
| Holden Elem School | 8.1 |
| Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las | 6.5 |
| James R Doolittle Academy | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 503 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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1474 S MICHIGAN AVE, Chicago, IL 60605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old St Marys School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haines Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ward J Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JEROME SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DAYSTAR ACADEMY Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| South Loop Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SOUTH LOOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Jones College Prep High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ST THERESE CHINESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Haines Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Drake Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Intrinsic 2 Charter High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Noble St Chtr-Muchin College Prep Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| YCCS-Innovations of Arts Integr Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Ward J Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| GCE LAB SCHOOL Chicago | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,403
Median Home Value
$495,900
Median Rent
$2,402/mo
Population
34,256
College Educated
82%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acero Chtr-Brighton Park Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 7.6 |
| Arbor View Elem School Glen Ellyn, IL | 7.6 |
| Congress Park Elem School Brookfield, IL | 7.6 |
| Conley Elementary School Algonquin, IL | 7.6 |
| Greenville Elem School Greenville, IL | 7.6 |
| Grundy Elem School Morton, IL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old St Marys School
What grades does Old St Marys School serve?
Old St Marys School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Old St Marys School?
Old St Marys School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old St Marys School?
The student-teacher ratio at Old St Marys School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Old St Marys School rank in IL?
Old St Marys School ranks #114 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Old St Marys School's MySchoolScout rating?
Old St Marys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Old St Marys School a private school?
Yes, Old St Marys 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 Old St Marys School a religious school?
Old St Marys School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 386-1560
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