Very Good
#205 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 29% of private schools
St Bede Academy
High School
24 W US HIGHWAY 6, Peru, IL 61354
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#205 of 716
In Peru
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Bede Academy
High School in Peru · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bede Academy
St Bede Academy is a private high school in Peru, IL. St Bede Academy serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bede Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, St Bede Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Bede Academy 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 Bede Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Peru, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Peru
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bede Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Parkside Middle School | 5.4 |
| Northview Elem School | 8.5 |
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
24 W US HIGHWAY 6, Peru, IL 61354
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bede Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. La Salle-Peru Twp High School (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby La Salle), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hall High School (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Spring Valley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DePue High School (rated 6.9/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Depue), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Peru, see our Peru schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parkside Middle School Peru | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PERU CATHOLIC SCHOOL Peru | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Dalzell Grade School Dalzell | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| John F Kennedy Elem School Spring Valley | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Northview Elem School Peru | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Hall High School Spring Valley | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| La Salle-Peru Twp High School La Salle | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Northwest Elem School La Salle | 3.7 mi | 3.6 |
| TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY La Salle | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Jr High School La Salle | 3.8 mi | 3.3 |
| LIGHTED WAY ASSOCIATION La Salle | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Ladd Comm Cons Sch Ladd | 4.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Putnam County High School Granville | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Putnam Co Primary Sch Granville | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Elem School Oglesby | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington Elem School Oglesby | 5.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Dimmick Comm Cons SD 175 La Salle | 6.9 mi | 8.2 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oglesby | 5.7 mi | 4.8 |
| DePue High School Depue | 7.3 mi | 6.9 |
| DePue Elem School Depue | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,382
Median Home Value
$160,100
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
10,366
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
46.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bede Academy
What grades does St Bede Academy serve?
St Bede Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Bede Academy?
St Bede Academy has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bede Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bede Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bede Academy rank in IL?
St Bede Academy ranks #205 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Bede Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bede Academy 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 St Bede Academy a private school?
Yes, St Bede Academy 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 Bede Academy a religious school?
St Bede Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 282
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bureau County
- Phone
- (815) 223-3140
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