Very Good
#214 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 30% of private schools
Sister Thea Bowman
Elementary School
8213 CHURCH LN, East Saint Louis, IL 62203
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#214 of 716
In East Saint Louis
#1 of 2
public schools
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Sister Thea Bowman
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About Sister Thea Bowman
Sister Thea Bowman is a private elementary school in East Saint Louis, IL. Sister Thea Bowman serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sister Thea Bowman has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #214 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Sister Thea Bowman 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Sister Thea Bowman sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sister Thea Bowman 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 Sister Thea Bowman compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in East Saint Louis, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sister Thea Bowman (this school) | 7.0 |
| Katie Harper-Wright Elem | 5.9 |
| Mason/Clark Middle Sch | 5.5 |
| Wyvetter Younge Sch of Excellence | 6.7 |
| Annette Officer Elementary | 4.3 |
| Dunbar Elem School | 3.7 |
| East St Louis-Lincoln Middle Sch | 5.1 |
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
8213 CHURCH LN, East Saint Louis, IL 62203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sister Thea Bowman may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Belleville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wyvetter Younge Sch of Excellence (rated 6.7/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Saint Louis, see our East Saint Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Katie Harper-Wright Elem East Saint Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| JTC BOYS ACADEMY Centreville | 1.1 mi | — |
| Signal Hill Elem School Belleville | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Belleville | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Mason/Clark Middle Sch East Saint Louis | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| East St Louis Senior High School East Saint Louis | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Illini Elem School Fairview Heights | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Caseyville Elementary School Caseyville | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| James Avant Elementary School Washington Pk | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Grant Middle School Fairview Heights | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Emge Junior High School Belleville | 3.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Harmony Intermediate Center Belleville | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Lalumier Elem School Centreville | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| UNITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Saint Louis | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Wyvetter Younge Sch of Excellence East Saint Louis | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Ellis Elem School Belleville | 4.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ALTHOFF CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Belleville | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Belleville | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| JTC ACADEMY Centreville | 3.5 mi | — |
| Kreitner Elem School Collinsville | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,134
Median Home Value
$72,700
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
5,539
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
71.3%
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allendale Elementary School Allendale, IL | 7.0 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mendota, IL | 7.0 |
| Harding Grade School Earlville, IL | 7.0 |
| Iroquois West Elem Sch/Danforth Danforth, IL | 7.0 |
| LEARN Chtr - 7th Campus Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kewanee, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sister Thea Bowman
What grades does Sister Thea Bowman serve?
Sister Thea Bowman serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sister Thea Bowman?
Sister Thea Bowman has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sister Thea Bowman?
The student-teacher ratio at Sister Thea Bowman is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sister Thea Bowman rank in IL?
Sister Thea Bowman ranks #214 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Sister Thea Bowman's MySchoolScout rating?
Sister Thea Bowman 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 Sister Thea Bowman a private school?
Yes, Sister Thea Bowman 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 Sister Thea Bowman a religious school?
Sister Thea Bowman has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 195 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Phone
- (618) 397-0316
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