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#324 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 45% of private schools

St Edward School

Elementary School

4343 W SUNNYSIDE AVE, Chicago, IL 60630

Private

Enrollment

233

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#324 of 716

In Chicago

#89 of 162

public schools

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St Edward School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Belding Elem School

8.0/10

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6.9/10

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About St Edward School

St Edward School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Edward School serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Edward School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.3 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Edward 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

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How St Edward School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
233
This School
vs
490
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 21.5% vs 0%
Black 4.3% vs 0%
Asian 4.3% vs 0%
St Edward School Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Edward School (this school) 6.5
Belding Elem School 8.0
Haugan Elem School 6.8
Palmer Elem School 6.9
ASPIRA Charter - Haugan Campus 5.3
Volta Elem School 5.6
Disney II Elem School 6.0
Disney II Magnet HS 7.7
Henry Elem School 5.9
Beaubien Elem School 8.2
Portage Park Elem School 5.9
Murphy Elem School 4.8
Gray Elem School 4.8
Scammon Elem School 6.9
Hibbard Elem School 6.2
North River Elem School 6.6
Albany Park Multicultural Elem 5.7
Edison Elem Regional Gifted Cntr 9.7
CICS - Irving Park Campus 7.0
Intrinsic Charter High School 8.2
Garcia Lorca Elem School 7.2

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

Preliminary

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)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 233
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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)

White 65.2%
Hispanic 21.5%
Two or More 4.7%
Black 4.3%
Asian 4.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4343 W SUNNYSIDE AVE, Chicago, IL 60630

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Edward School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beaubien Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belding Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Belding Elem School Chicago 0.3 mi 8.0
Palmer Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 6.9
CASA DEI BAMBINI - MONTESSORI OF MAYFAIR Chicago 0.7 mi
Haugan Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 6.8
Disney II Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 6.0
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago 0.7 mi 8.4
Schurz High School Chicago 1.0 mi 7.0
GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 0.8 mi
Volta Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 5.6
ASPIRA Charter - Haugan Campus Chicago 0.8 mi 5.3
KIDS IN HARMONY DAY SCHOOL Chicago 0.9 mi
ST VIATOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 1.1 mi 5.9
Disney II Magnet HS Chicago 1.1 mi 7.7
MIDWESTERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chicago 1.3 mi 7.1
Scammon Elem School Chicago 1.5 mi 6.9
Beaubien Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 8.2
Henry Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 5.9
Roosevelt High School Chicago 1.2 mi 4.8
SAUGANASH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 1.6 mi
Intrinsic Charter High School Chicago 1.6 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,134

Median Home Value

$362,900

Median Rent

$1,357/mo

Population

54,242

College Educated

43.8%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

41.2

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CICS - Bond Campus Chicago, IL 6.5
Chalmers Elem Specialty School Chicago, IL 6.5
Edgewood Elem School Woodridge, IL 6.5
Gifford Grade School Gifford, IL 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Edward School

What grades does St Edward School serve?

St Edward School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Edward School?

St Edward School has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Edward School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Edward School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Edward School rank in IL?

St Edward School ranks #324 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is St Edward School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Edward School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Edward School a private school?

Yes, St Edward 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 Edward School a religious school?

St Edward School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
233
Gender Split
83% M / 17% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County

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