Below Average
#668 of 716 private schools in IL
Providence Catholic High School
High School
1800 W LINCOLN HWY, New Lenox, IL 60451
Enrollment
773
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
773
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#668 of 716
In New Lenox
#2 of 2
public schools
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Providence Catholic High School
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About Providence Catholic High School
Providence Catholic High School is a private high school in New Lenox, IL. Providence Catholic High School serves approximately 773 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #668 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Providence 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 Providence Catholic High School compares to the 14 public schools in New Lenox, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in New Lenox
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Providence Catholic High School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center | 8.1 |
| Haines Elem School | 6.6 |
| Oster-Oakview School | 6.3 |
| Lincoln Way West | 7.7 |
| Liberty Junior High School | 6.3 |
| Arnold J Tyler School | 7.8 |
| Alex M Martino Jr High School | 6.4 |
| Bentley Elem School | 6.1 |
| Nelson Prairie School | 7.0 |
| Nelson Ridge School | 7.0 |
| Spencer Crossing | 6.4 |
| Spencer Pointe | 7.2 |
| Lincoln-Way Central High School | 8.6 |
| Spencer Trail | 4.8 |
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
1800 W LINCOLN HWY, New Lenox, IL 60451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providence Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lincoln Way West (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOPEWELL CAREER ACADEMY - JOILET (rated 6.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Joliet), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Lenox, see our New Lenox schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Lenox | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center New Lenox | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Way West New Lenox | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Haines Elem School New Lenox | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL New Lenox | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Oster-Oakview School New Lenox | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Union Elementary School Joliet | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Eisenhower Academy Joliet | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Liberty Junior High School New Lenox | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| T E Culbertson Elem School Joliet | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| HOPEWELL CAREER ACADEMY - JOILET Joliet | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| A O Marshall Elem School Joliet | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Gompers Junior High School Joliet | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Nelson Prairie School New Lenox | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Nelson Ridge School New Lenox | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Isaac Singleton Elem Sch Joliet | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Arnold J Tyler School New Lenox | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Bentley Elem School New Lenox | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Alex M Martino Jr High School New Lenox | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| LA PETITE ACADEMY New Lenox | 3.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,260
Median Home Value
$373,100
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
37,481
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
92.8%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providence Catholic High School
What grades does Providence Catholic High School serve?
Providence Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Providence Catholic High School?
Providence Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 773 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Providence Catholic High School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Providence Catholic High School rank in IL?
Providence Catholic High School ranks #668 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Providence Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Providence Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Providence Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Providence 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 Providence Catholic High School a religious school?
Providence Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 773
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Phone
- (815) 717-3179
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