Average
#339 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 47% of private schools
St Benedict Preparatory School
Elementary School
3920 N LEAVITT ST, Chicago, IL 60618
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#339 of 716
In Chicago
#93 of 162
public schools
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St Benedict Preparatory School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Benedict Preparatory School
St Benedict Preparatory School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Benedict Preparatory School serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Benedict Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #339 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Benedict Preparatory 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 Benedict Preparatory School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Benedict Preparatory School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Coonley Elem School | 8.9 |
| Bell Elem School | 8.5 |
| Audubon Elem School | 6.8 |
| Lane Technical High School | 8.9 |
| Hamilton Elem School | 9.2 |
| Ravenswood Elem School | 9.2 |
| Waters Elem School | 8.6 |
| Blaine Elem School | 8.8 |
| Bateman Elem School | 6.4 |
| Jahn Elem School | 6.3 |
| McPherson Elem School | 5.6 |
| Cleveland Elem School | 5.4 |
| Courtenay Elem Language Arts Ctr | 3.8 |
| Burley Elem School | 8.6 |
| Linne Elem School | 7.0 |
| Acero Chtr - Carlos Fuentes Elem | 7.3 |
| North River Elem School | 6.6 |
| CICS - Irving Park Campus | 7.0 |
| Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy | 9.2 |
| Chappell Elem School | 7.3 |
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
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
3920 N LEAVITT ST, Chicago, IL 60618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Benedict Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ravenswood Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Coonley Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coonley Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Bell Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| THRESHOLDS Chicago | 0.4 mi | — |
| Audubon Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Lane Technical High School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| PRAIRIE LAND MONTESSORI Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| RAVENSWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| QUEEN OF ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| LAKEVIEW PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL CHICAGO Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| DEPAUL COLLEGE PREP Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LYCEE FRANCAIS DE CHICAGO Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Waters Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| CHICAGO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Ravenswood Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Hamilton Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Lake View High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,558
Median Home Value
$538,300
Median Rent
$1,534/mo
Population
91,896
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
35.7
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| School | Rating |
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| ARIE CROWN HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Skokie, IL | 6.4 |
| Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| Azuela Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.4 |
| B J Hooper Elem School Lindenhurst, IL | 6.4 |
| Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview, IL | 6.4 |
| Cicero West Elementary School Cicero, IL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Benedict Preparatory School
What grades does St Benedict Preparatory School serve?
St Benedict Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Benedict Preparatory School?
St Benedict Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Benedict Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Benedict Preparatory School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Benedict Preparatory School rank in IL?
St Benedict Preparatory School ranks #339 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Benedict Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Benedict Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Benedict Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, St Benedict Preparatory 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 Benedict Preparatory School a religious school?
St Benedict Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 579
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 463-6797
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