Below Average
#690 of 716 private schools in IL
St Ethelreda Elementary School
Elementary School
8734 S PAULINA ST, Chicago, IL 60620
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#690 of 716
In Chicago
#158 of 162
public schools
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St Ethelreda Elementary 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 Ethelreda Elementary School
St Ethelreda Elementary School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Ethelreda Elementary School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ethelreda Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, St Ethelreda 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 Ethelreda 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 Ethelreda Elementary School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ethelreda Elementary School (this school) | 4.2 |
| Foster Park Elem School | 7.0 |
| LEARN Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp | 7.3 |
| Fort Dearborn Elem School | 3.6 |
| Cook Elem School | 5.5 |
| Cuffe Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy | 3.9 |
| Kellogg Elem School | 5.8 |
| Vanderpoel Elem Magnet School | 3.3 |
| Jackson M Elem School | 5.5 |
| Joplin Elem School | 4.9 |
| CICS - Longwood Campus | 5.6 |
| CICS - Loomis Primary Campus | 4.1 |
| Gresham Elem School | 6.2 |
| Green W Elem School | 3.9 |
| Ryder Elem Math & Sci Spec School | 6.0 |
| Barton Elem School | 5.3 |
| Kipling Elem School | 4.4 |
| Wacker Elem School | 5.1 |
| CICS - Wrightwood | 6.3 |
| Carroll Elem School | 5.4 |
| Sutherland Elem School | 4.0 |
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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
8734 S PAULINA ST, Chicago, IL 60620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ethelreda Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foster Park Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Foster Park Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| LEARN Chtr - Hunter Perkins Camp Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| THE NAUTILUS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| Fort Dearborn Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Cook Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CICS - Ralph Ellison Campus Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Vanderpoel Elem Magnet School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Cuffe Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Kellogg Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Noble St Chtr-Hansberry Prep Slvr Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Joplin Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CICS - Longwood Campus Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| CICS - Loomis Primary Campus Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Jackson M Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| OAKDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & CHILD CARE CENTER Chicago | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Green W Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ST SABINA ACADEMY Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Barton Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Gresham Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,805
Median Home Value
$187,900
Median Rent
$1,093/mo
Population
66,511
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
38.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Ethelreda Elementary School
What grades does St Ethelreda Elementary School serve?
St Ethelreda Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Ethelreda Elementary School?
St Ethelreda Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ethelreda Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ethelreda Elementary School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Ethelreda Elementary School rank in IL?
St Ethelreda Elementary School ranks #690 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Ethelreda Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ethelreda Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Ethelreda Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Ethelreda 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 Ethelreda Elementary School a religious school?
St Ethelreda Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- 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) 238-1757
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