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#402 of 716 private schools in IL
St Cletus School
Elementary School
700 W 55TH ST, La Grange, IL 60525
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#402 of 716
In La Grange
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Cletus School
Elementary School in La Grange · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Cletus School
St Cletus School is a private elementary school in La Grange, IL. St Cletus School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Cletus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #402 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Cletus 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 Cletus School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in La Grange, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Cletus School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Wm F Gurrie Middle School | 8.4 |
| Spring Ave Elem School | 8.7 |
| Seventh Ave Elem School | 8.8 |
| Cossitt Ave Elem School | 9.2 |
| Ogden Ave Elem School | 8.0 |
| Pleasantdale Elementary School | 9.2 |
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
700 W 55TH ST, La Grange, IL 60525
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Cletus School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Hills Elem School (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cossitt Ave Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Field Park Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Grange, see our La Grange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wm F Gurrie Middle School La Grange | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Spring Ave Elem School La Grange | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Ideal Elem School Countryside | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Seventh Ave Elem School La Grange | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Highlands Elem School La Grange Highlands | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| CREATIVE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Grange | 1.1 mi | — |
| Highlands Middle School La Grange Highlands | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Lyons Twp High Sch La Grange | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| ACACIA ACADEMY La Grange | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH SCHOOL Western Springs | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Cossitt Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF LAGRANGE La Grange | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL La Grange | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Field Park Elem School Western Springs | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Ogden Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Forest Hills Elem School Western Springs | 1.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Park Junior High School La Grange Park | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Congress Park Elem School Brookfield | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| McClure Jr High School Western Springs | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Hodgkins Elem School Hodgkins | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60525 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,718
Median Home Value
$422,500
Median Rent
$1,475/mo
Population
31,453
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams School Creal Springs, IL | 6.2 |
| Anne Fox Elem School Hanover Park, IL | 6.2 |
| Brown County Elementary School Mount Sterling, IL | 6.2 |
| Charles J Sahs Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
| Dawes Elementary School Evanston, IL | 6.2 |
| Gresham Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Cletus School
What grades does St Cletus School serve?
St Cletus School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Cletus School?
St Cletus School has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cletus School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Cletus School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Cletus School rank in IL?
St Cletus School ranks #402 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Cletus School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Cletus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Cletus School a private school?
Yes, St Cletus 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 Cletus School a religious school?
St Cletus School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 264
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 352-4820
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