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#54 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 7% of private schools

Pope John Xxiii School

Elementary School

1120 WASHINGTON ST, Evanston, IL 60202

Private

Enrollment

205

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#54 of 716

In Evanston

#2 of 6

public schools

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Pope John Xxiii School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Evanston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Washington Elem School

8.4/10

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6.7/10

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About Pope John Xxiii School

Pope John Xxiii School is a private elementary school in Evanston, IL. Pope John Xxiii School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pope John Xxiii School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.8 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Pope John Xxiii School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Pope John Xxiii 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 Pope John Xxiii School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Evanston, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
10.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
205
This School
vs
401
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 55.1% vs 0%
Asian 12.2% vs 0%
Black 9.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.3% vs 0%
Pope John Xxiii School Evanston Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Pope John Xxiii School (this school) 8.0
Washington Elem School 8.4
Nichols Middle School 8.1
Chute Middle School 7.2
Oakton Elem School 6.7
Lincoln Elem School 8.8
Dawes Elementary School 6.2
Dewey Elem School 8.8
Dr ML King Jr Literary&Fine Arts 6.7
Joseph E Hill Education Center 8.1
Walker Elem School 8.8
Kingsley Elementary School 8.9
Haven Middle School 7.2
Lincolnwood Elem School 8.9
Orrington Elem School 9.1
Willard Elem School 8.1

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)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 64%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 205
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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 55.1%
Two or More 15.6%
Asian 12.2%
Black 9.8%
Hispanic 6.3%
Native American 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1120 WASHINGTON ST, Evanston, IL 60202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pope John Xxiii School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dewey Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Evanston, see our Evanston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Elem School Evanston 0.3 mi 8.4
Oakton Elem School Evanston 0.5 mi 6.7
Chute Middle School Evanston 0.5 mi 7.2
Nichols Middle School Evanston 0.4 mi 8.1
FUSION ACADEMY EV: EVANSTON Evanston 0.5 mi 6.7
Dawes Elementary School Evanston 0.7 mi 6.2
Lincoln Elem School Evanston 0.7 mi 8.8
Dewey Elem School Evanston 0.9 mi 8.8
CHIARAVALLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Evanston 0.8 mi 7.7
ROYCEMORE SCHOOL Evanston 1.0 mi 8.3
KINGDOM ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER Chicago 1.0 mi
BEACON ACADEMY Evanston 1.0 mi 8.0
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la Chicago 1.1 mi 5.7
Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz Chicago 1.1 mi 9.2
NORTHSIDE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Chicago 1.2 mi 7.1
Evanston Twp High School Evanston 1.1 mi 9.4
Jordan Elem Community School Chicago 1.2 mi 6.0
Rogers Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 7.4
THE FAMILY MATTERS SCHOOL Chicago 1.1 mi
CHEDER LUBAVITCH HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Chicago 1.3 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,087

Median Home Value

$381,300

Median Rent

$1,612/mo

Population

32,818

College Educated

66.3%

Homeownership

57%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pope John Xxiii School

What grades does Pope John Xxiii School serve?

Pope John Xxiii School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Pope John Xxiii School?

Pope John Xxiii School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pope John Xxiii School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pope John Xxiii School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pope John Xxiii School rank in IL?

Pope John Xxiii School ranks #54 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Pope John Xxiii School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pope John Xxiii School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pope John Xxiii School a private school?

Yes, Pope John Xxiii 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 Pope John Xxiii School a religious school?

Pope John Xxiii School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
94 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
205
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Small City
County
Cook County

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