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#513 of 716 private schools in IL
Providence St. Mel School
School
119 S CENTRAL PARK BLVD, Chicago, IL 60624
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#513 of 716
In Chicago
#134 of 162
public schools
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Providence St. Mel School
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About Providence St. Mel School
Providence St. Mel School is a private school in Chicago, IL. Providence St.
Mel School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence St. Mel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #513 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Providence St. Mel 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 St. Mel School compares to 632 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Providence St. Mel School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Ericson Elem Scholastic Academy | 5.6 |
| Faraday Elem School | 3.9 |
| Marshall Metropolitan High School | 5.9 |
| Raby High School | 6.0 |
| Melody Elem School | 5.4 |
| Locke A Elem Charter Academy | 5.0 |
| Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy | 3.6 |
| Beidler Elem School | 3.7 |
| Noble St Chtr-DRW Trading Col | 4.7 |
| Jensen Elem Scholastic Academy | 3.9 |
| Westinghouse High School | 7.6 |
| Tilton Elem School | 5.4 |
| LEARN Chtr-Campbell Campus | 6.9 |
| LEARN Chtr - Butler | 6.6 |
| LEARN Charter Excel Campus | 7.6 |
| LEARN Chtr - 7th Campus | 7.0 |
| LEARN Chtr - Middle School | 6.5 |
| Cather Elem School | 3.7 |
| Webster Elem School | 3.8 |
| Morton Elem Career Academy | 4.4 |
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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
119 S CENTRAL PARK BLVD, Chicago, IL 60624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providence St. Mel School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Westinghouse High School (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEARN Charter Excel Campus (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEARN Chtr - Butler (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ericson Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Raby High School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Faraday Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Marshall Metropolitan High School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GREATER ROCK GIFTED LEARNING ACADEMY Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| Melody Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Locke A Elem Charter Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Noble St Chtr-DRW Trading Col Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Beidler Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| LEARN Chtr - Butler Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Westinghouse High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Jensen Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Ward L Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Morton Elem Career Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Polaris Elem Charter Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Webster Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| LEARN Chtr - Middle School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| LEARN Charter Excel Campus Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,607
Median Home Value
$223,200
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
35,711
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
26.4%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
36.1%
Median Age
34.3
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| GALESBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ASSOC Galesburg, IL | 5.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Danville, IL | 5.7 |
| SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Danville, IL | 5.7 |
| Edwin A Lee Elementary School Springfield, IL | 5.8 |
| SCHLARMAN ACADEMY Danville, IL | 5.8 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elgin, IL | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providence St. Mel School
What grades does Providence St. Mel School serve?
Providence St. Mel School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Providence St. Mel School?
Providence St. Mel School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence St. Mel School?
The student-teacher ratio at Providence St. Mel School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Providence St. Mel School rank in IL?
Providence St. Mel School ranks #513 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Providence St. Mel School's MySchoolScout rating?
Providence St. Mel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Providence St. Mel School a private school?
Yes, Providence St. Mel School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 St. Mel School a religious school?
No, Providence St. Mel School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 273
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 265-2204
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