Very Good
#215 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 30% of private schools
School of St Mary
Elementary School
185 E ILLINOIS RD, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#215 of 716
In Lake Forest
#5 of 6
public schools
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School of St Mary
Elementary School in Lake Forest · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Deer Path Middle Sch East
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About School of St Mary
School of St Mary is a private elementary school in Lake Forest, IL. School of St Mary serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. School of St Mary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, School of St Mary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School of St Mary 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 School of St Mary compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Forest, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| School of St Mary (this school) | 7.0 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch East | 8.2 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch West | 8.4 |
| Sheridan Elem School | 8.8 |
| Cherokee Elem School | 8.8 |
| Everett Elem School | 8.8 |
| Rondout Elem School | 9.0 |
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
185 E ILLINOIS RD, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School of St Mary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus (rated 9.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Great Lakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Bluff Elem Sch (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Bluff), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sheridan Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Forest, see our Lake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Path Middle Sch East Lake Forest | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch West Lake Forest | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| LAKE FOREST COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lake Forest | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Lake Forest High School Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | 9.7 |
| Sheridan Elem School Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| WOODLANDS ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Cherokee Elem School Lake Forest | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Lake Bluff Middle School Lake Bluff | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| FOREST BLUFF SCHOOL Lake Bluff | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| SCHOOL OF ST MARY UPPER GRADE CENTER Lake Forest | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Lake Bluff Elem Sch Lake Bluff | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Everett Elem School Lake Forest | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Wayne Thomas Elem School Highland Park | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Northwood Middle School Highland Park | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LAKE FOREST ACADEMY Lake Forest | 2.5 mi | 9.1 |
| SAFE HAVEN SCHOOL Lake Bluff | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Oak Terrace Elem School Highwood | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus Great Lakes | 4.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Forrestal Elem School Great Lakes | 3.9 mi | 3.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LAKE FOREST Lake Forest | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$225,551
Median Home Value
$899,200
Median Rent
$2,321/mo
Population
20,957
College Educated
81.2%
Homeownership
89.2%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Auburn Elem School Auburn, IL | 7.0 |
| Carlinville Intermediate School Carlinville, IL | 7.0 |
| Drummond Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| Eagleview Elementary School Columbia, IL | 7.0 |
| Emmons Grade School Antioch, IL | 7.0 |
| Fieldcrest Elem School Oak Forest, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School of St Mary
What grades does School of St Mary serve?
School of St Mary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend School of St Mary?
School of St Mary has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School of St Mary?
The student-teacher ratio at School of St Mary is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does School of St Mary rank in IL?
School of St Mary ranks #215 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is School of St Mary's MySchoolScout rating?
School of St Mary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is School of St Mary a private school?
Yes, School of St Mary 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 School of St Mary a religious school?
School of St Mary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 344
- Gender Split
- 76% M / 24% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (847) 234-0371
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