Very Good
#166 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 23% of private schools
St Andrew Catholic Elementary School
Elementary School
701 11TH AVE, Rock Falls, IL 61071
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#166 of 716
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About St Andrew Catholic Elementary School
St Andrew Catholic Elementary School is a private elementary school in Rock Falls, IL. St Andrew Catholic Elementary School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Andrew Catholic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 80 students, St Andrew Catholic Elementary School 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Andrew Catholic Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Andrew Catholic Elementary 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 St Andrew Catholic Elementary School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Rock Falls, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Andrew Catholic Elementary School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Rock Falls Middle School | 7.3 |
| Merrill Elem School | 5.7 |
| Dillon Elementary School | 7.1 |
| East Coloma - Nelson Elem Sch | 8.0 |
| Montmorency CCSD #145 | 5.6 |
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
701 11TH AVE, Rock Falls, IL 61071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Andrew Catholic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chadwick-Milledgeville Elem Sch (rated 8.5/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Milledgeville), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Coloma - Nelson Elem Sch (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dillon Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rock Falls, see our Rock Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Falls Township High School Rock Falls | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Rock Falls Middle School Rock Falls | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Dillon Elementary School Rock Falls | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Merrill Elem School Rock Falls | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Washington Elem School Sterling | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Riverdale PreSchool Center Rock Falls | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Sterling High School Sterling | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Challand Middle School Sterling | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Jefferson Elem School Sterling | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School Sterling | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| NEWMAN CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sterling | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| East Coloma - Nelson Elem Sch Rock Falls | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sterling | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Franklin Elem School Sterling | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Montmorency CCSD #145 Rock Falls | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Tampico Elem School Tampico | 10.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Chadwick-Milledgeville Elem Sch Milledgeville | 13.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Chadwick-Milledgeville Jr HS Milledgeville | 13.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Jefferson Elem School Dixon | 12.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Dixon High School Dixon | 12.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,909
Median Home Value
$104,900
Median Rent
$752/mo
Population
13,482
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elem School Lincoln, IL | 7.2 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights, IL | 7.2 |
| PEORIA ACADEMY Peoria, IL | 7.2 |
| Prairieview-Ogden North Elem Royal, IL | 7.2 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora, IL | 7.3 |
| Dalzell Grade School Dalzell, IL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Andrew Catholic Elementary School
What grades does St Andrew Catholic Elementary School serve?
St Andrew Catholic Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Andrew Catholic Elementary School?
St Andrew Catholic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Andrew Catholic Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Andrew Catholic Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Andrew Catholic Elementary School rank in IL?
St Andrew Catholic Elementary School ranks #166 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Andrew Catholic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Andrew Catholic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Andrew Catholic Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Andrew Catholic Elementary 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 St Andrew Catholic Elementary School a religious school?
St Andrew Catholic Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 80
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Whiteside County
- Phone
- (815) 625-1456
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