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#441 of 716 private schools in IL

St Bede the Venerable

Elementary School

4440 W 83RD ST, Chicago, IL 60652

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 623 schools in Chicago. Learn more

Enrollment

193

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Chicago

#117 of 162

public schools

Illinois elementary schools

#272 of 471

About St Bede the Venerable

ST Bede the Venerable is a public elementary school located in Chicago, Illinois. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade with an enrollment of 193 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1. With 13 full-time equivalent teachers, ST Bede focuses on providing individualized attention to its students.

The school's MySchoolScout rating is 2.2 out of 10, and it ranks 602nd out of 716 schools in Illinois, placing it at the 16th percentile statewide. While specific test scores are not available, ST Bede continues to work on improving academic performance and student development. ST Bede the Venerable is situated in a large city setting within Chicago's dynamic community.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 193 students, St Bede the Venerable is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, St Bede the Venerable operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Bede the Venerable compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
193
This School
vs
490
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 73.1% vs 0%
Black 15.5% vs 0%
White 5.2% vs 0%
St Bede the Venerable Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Bede the Venerable (this school) 5.9
Stevenson Elem School 5.5
Durkin Park Elem School 5.3
Dawes Elem School 5.8
Ashburn Community Elem School 7.5
Owen Elem Scholastic Academy 4.0
Hampton Elem Fine & Perf Arts Sch 5.1
Hurley Elem School 5.6
Carroll Elem School 7.6
Azuela Elem School 5.3
Tarkington Elem School 6.8
CICS - Wrightwood 4.4
Lee Elem School 5.9
Eberhart Elem School 6.8
Grimes Elem School 5.4
McKay Elem School 6.5
Richardson Middle School 6.9
Catalyst Charter - Maria ES 4.8
Marquette Elem School 5.3
Pasteur Elem School 5.4
Randolph Elem School 7.5

Showing 20 of 503 schools. View all schools in Chicago

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 44%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 193
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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)

Hispanic 73.1%
Black 15.5%
Two or More 6.2%
White 5.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4440 W 83RD ST, Chicago, IL 60652

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Bede the Venerable may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ashburn Community Elem School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hometown Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hometown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Stevenson Elem School Chicago 0.3 mi 5.5
Durkin Park Elem School Chicago 0.3 mi 5.3
Hometown Elem School Hometown 0.8 mi 7.3
Richard Byrd Elementary School Burbank 0.6 mi 3.5
Bogan High School Chicago 0.7 mi 8.0
Dawes Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 5.8
Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 7.5
Luther Burbank Elem School Burbank 1.3 mi 5.0
QUEEN OF THE UNIVERSE SCHOOL Chicago 1.6 mi 6.1
J Covington Elem School Oak Lawn 1.5 mi 3.6
Northwest School Evergreen Park 1.5 mi 4.4
Hampton Elem Fine & Perf Arts Sch Chicago 1.4 mi 5.1
ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL Burbank 1.4 mi 7.3
Hurley Elem School Chicago 1.8 mi 5.6
Owen Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago 1.4 mi 4.0
ST GERMAINE SCHOOL Oak Lawn 1.9 mi 7.2
Goode STEM Academy HS Chicago 1.6 mi 4.8
Azuela Elem School Chicago 2.0 mi 5.3
ST LAURENCE H.S. Burbank 1.6 mi 4.9
J M Hannum Elem School Oak Lawn 2.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,559

Median Home Value

$235,000

Median Rent

$1,208/mo

Population

41,431

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

86.3%

Avg Commute

37.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

38

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Bede the Venerable has a median household income of $78,559. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $235,000, with a median rent of $1,208/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANNUNCIATA SCHOOL Chicago, IL 5.9
Blackhawk Primary Center Park Forest, IL 5.9
CHICAGO WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL 5.9
Dubois Elem School Chicago, IL 5.9
Edison Primary School Kankakee, IL 5.9
Elizabeth Graham Elem School Springfield, IL 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Bede the Venerable

What grades does St Bede the Venerable serve?

St Bede the Venerable serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Bede the Venerable?

St Bede the Venerable has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bede the Venerable?

The student-teacher ratio at St Bede the Venerable is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Bede the Venerable rank in IL?

St Bede the Venerable is ranked #441 out of 716 private schools in IL.

What is St Bede the Venerable's MySchoolScout rating?

St Bede the Venerable has a composite rating of 5.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Bede the Venerable a private school?

Yes, St Bede the Venerable 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 the Venerable a religious school?

St Bede the Venerable has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,030/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Chicago). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
193
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
COOK
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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