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#265 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 37% of private schools
Peru Catholic School
Elementary School
2003 5TH ST, Peru, IL 61354
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#265 of 716
In Peru
#2 of 2
public schools
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Peru Catholic School
Elementary School in Peru · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peru Catholic School
Peru Catholic School is a private elementary school in Peru, IL. Peru Catholic School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Peru Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Peru Catholic 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.
Peru Catholic 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 Peru Catholic School compares to the 2 public schools in Peru, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Peru
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Peru Catholic School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Parkside Middle School | 5.4 |
| Northview Elem School | 8.5 |
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
2003 5TH ST, Peru, IL 61354
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peru Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northview Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dimmick Comm Cons SD 175 (rated 8.2/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby La Salle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Putnam Co Primary Sch (rated 7.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Granville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Peru, see our Peru schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parkside Middle School Peru | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Northview Elem School Peru | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| La Salle-Peru Twp High School La Salle | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Northwest Elem School La Salle | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| ST BEDE ACADEMY Peru | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY La Salle | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Jr High School La Salle | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| LIGHTED WAY ASSOCIATION La Salle | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Dalzell Grade School Dalzell | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School Oglesby | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| John F Kennedy Elem School Spring Valley | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington Elem School Oglesby | 4.3 mi | 4.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oglesby | 4.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Hall High School Spring Valley | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Dimmick Comm Cons SD 175 La Salle | 5.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Ladd Comm Cons Sch Ladd | 5.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Putnam County High School Granville | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Putnam Co Primary Sch Granville | 6.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Waltham Elementary School Utica | 6.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Tonica Grade School Tonica | 8.5 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,382
Median Home Value
$160,100
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
10,366
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
46.4
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|---|---|
| Bluffs Elementary School Bluffs, IL | 6.7 |
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| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL River Forest, IL | 6.7 |
| ICC FULL TIME SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 6.7 |
| MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Crete, IL | 6.7 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hampshire, IL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peru Catholic School
What grades does Peru Catholic School serve?
Peru Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Peru Catholic School?
Peru Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peru Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Peru Catholic School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Peru Catholic School rank in IL?
Peru Catholic School ranks #265 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Peru Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Peru Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Peru Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Peru Catholic 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 Peru Catholic School a religious school?
Peru Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- LaSalle County
- Phone
- (815) 224-1914
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