Very Good
#143 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 20% of private schools
Pope Francis Global Academy
Elementary School
6143 W IRVING PARK RD, Chicago, IL 60634
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#143 of 716
In Chicago
#48 of 162
public schools
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Pope Francis Global Academy
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pope Francis Global Academy
Pope Francis Global Academy is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Pope Francis Global Academy serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pope Francis Global Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Pope Francis Global Academy 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.
Pope Francis Global Academy 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 Pope Francis Global Academy compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pope Francis Global Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad | 6.6 |
| Smyser Elem School | 5.2 |
| Chicago Academy Elem School | 6.2 |
| Reinberg Elem School | 6.1 |
| Bridge Elem School | 6.3 |
| Prussing Elem School | 5.4 |
| Portage Park Elem School | 5.9 |
| Gray Elem School | 4.8 |
| Beard Elem School | 8.6 |
| Lyon Elem School | 5.5 |
| Camras Elem School | 6.5 |
| Locke J Elem School | 5.5 |
| Beaubien Elem School | 8.2 |
| Garvy J Elem School | 6.4 |
| Dever Elem School | 5.2 |
| Schubert Elem School | 5.6 |
| Horizon Science Acad-Belmont | 8.1 |
| Falconer Elem School | 4.9 |
| Farnsworth Elem School | 7.4 |
| CICS - West Belden Campus | 7.1 |
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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
6143 W IRVING PARK RD, Chicago, IL 60634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pope Francis Global Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beard Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Union Ridge Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Harwood Heights), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST CONSTANCE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Smyser Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Chicago Academy Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Chicago Academy High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Rickover Naval Academy High Schl Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ST ROBERT BELLARMINE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Prussing Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Reinberg Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ICCI ACADEMY Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ST FERDINAND PARISH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Steinmetz College Prep HS Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Bridge Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ST CONSTANCE SCHOOL Chicago | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Lyon Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Beard Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Camras Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Portage Park Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Union Ridge Elem School Harwood Heights | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Gray Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Locke J Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,997
Median Home Value
$333,900
Median Rent
$1,271/mo
Population
74,418
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
41.6
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| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Belleville, IL | 7.3 |
| CHICAGO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.3 |
| DePue Elem School Depue, IL | 7.3 |
| Earl H Hanson Elem School Rock Island, IL | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pope Francis Global Academy
What grades does Pope Francis Global Academy serve?
Pope Francis Global Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Pope Francis Global Academy?
Pope Francis Global Academy has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope Francis Global Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Pope Francis Global Academy is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pope Francis Global Academy rank in IL?
Pope Francis Global Academy ranks #143 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Pope Francis Global Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Pope Francis Global Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pope Francis Global Academy a private school?
Yes, Pope Francis Global Academy 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 Pope Francis Global Academy a religious school?
Pope Francis Global Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 736-8806
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