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#583 of 716 private schools in IL
St Dominic Elementary School
Elementary School
4100 COLUMBUS RD, Quincy, IL 62305
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#583 of 716
In Quincy
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Dominic Elementary School
Elementary School in Quincy · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Dominic Elementary School
St Dominic Elementary School is a private elementary school in Quincy, IL. St Dominic Elementary School serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #583 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 156 students, St Dominic 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.
St Dominic 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 Dominic Elementary School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Quincy, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dominic Elementary School (this school) | 5.2 |
| Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch | 7.4 |
| Thomas S Baldwin Elem Sch | 4.8 |
| Sarah Atwater Denman Elem | 6.1 |
| Quincy Jr High School | 5.3 |
| Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Early Childhood | 4.4 |
| Colonel George Iles Elem Sch | 5.6 |
| Central 3-4 Middle School | 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
4100 COLUMBUS RD, Quincy, IL 62305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dominic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Unity Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Mendon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sarah Atwater Denman Elem (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch Quincy | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Quincy Sr High School Quincy | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Thomas S Baldwin Elem Sch Quincy | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Quincy | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Sarah Atwater Denman Elem Quincy | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School Quincy | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Quincy | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Quincy Jr High School Quincy | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Early Childhood Quincy | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Quincy | 2.9 mi | — |
| Colonel George Iles Elem Sch Quincy | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quincy | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Seymour High School Payson | 10.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Seymour Elementary School Payson | 10.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Unity Elementary School Mendon | 10.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Unity High School Mendon | 10.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Unity Middle School Mendon | 10.8 mi | 7.2 |
| HANNIBAL MIDDLE Hannibal | 15.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HANNIBAL SR. HIGH Hannibal | 15.2 mi | 7.6 |
| VETERANS ELEM. Hannibal | 15.1 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,918
Median Home Value
$203,500
Median Rent
$887/mo
Population
19,077
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
84.2%
Avg Commute
16.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
45.7
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|---|---|
| AlWood Elem School Alpha, IL | 5.2 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL Naperville, IL | 5.2 |
| Franklin Elem School Belleville, IL | 5.2 |
| La Harpe Elementary School La Harpe, IL | 5.2 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights, IL | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dominic Elementary School
What grades does St Dominic Elementary School serve?
St Dominic Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Dominic Elementary School?
St Dominic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dominic Elementary School rank in IL?
St Dominic Elementary School ranks #583 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Dominic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dominic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dominic Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Dominic 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 Dominic Elementary School a religious school?
St Dominic Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 156
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Adams County
- Phone
- (217) 224-0041
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