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#383 of 716 private schools in IL

St Ferdinand Parish School

Elementary School

3131 N MASON AVE, Chicago, IL 60634

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#383 of 716

In Chicago

#102 of 162

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About St Ferdinand Parish School

St Ferdinand Parish School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Ferdinand Parish School serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ferdinand Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #383 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it comparesOn par with IL schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 162 students, St Ferdinand Parish 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 Ferdinand Parish 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 Ferdinand Parish School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.5:1

This School

15.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

162

This School

490

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 56.8% vs 0%

White 30.9% vs 0%

Asian 5.6% vs 0%

Black 2.5% vs 0%

St Ferdinand Parish School Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Ferdinand Parish School (this school)	—	162	16.5:1	6.2
Lyon Elem School	0.3 mi	980	13.6:1	5.5
Camras Elem School	0.3 mi	719	12.2:1	6.5
Chicago Academy Elem School	0.4 mi	555	14.2:1	6.2
Reinberg Elem School	0.5 mi	772	13.1:1	6.1
Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad	0.8 mi	823	14.7:1	6.6
Horizon Science Acad-Belmont	0.9 mi	672	10.3:1	8.1
Schubert Elem School	0.9 mi	557	13.3:1	5.6
CICS - West Belden Campus	1.1 mi	521	17.4:1	7.1
Prieto Math-Science Elem Sch	1.2 mi	751	12.9:1	4.9
Hanson Park Elem School	1.2 mi	1,150	13.2:1	6.5
Locke J Elem School	1.2 mi	1,131	13.6:1	5.5
Gray Elem School	1.2 mi	992	15.3:1	4.8
Falconer Elem School	1.3 mi	847	12.1:1	4.9
Christopher House Chrt ES	1.4 mi	450	14.5:1	8.0
Northwest Middle School	1.4 mi	518	12.9:1	4.7
Belmont-Cragin Elem School	1.4 mi	524	13.4:1	4.6
Burbank Elem School	1.4 mi	698	14.2:1	5.4
Bridge Elem School	1.5 mi	1,112	15.9:1	6.3
Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem	1.5 mi	468	16.7:1	7.2
Portage Park Elem School	1.5 mi	894	14.2:1	5.9

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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

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

C 2.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 58%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 162

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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)

Hispanic 56.8%

White 30.9%

Asian 5.6%

Two or More 4.3%

Black 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3131 N MASON AVE, Chicago, IL 60634

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Ferdinand Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. POPE FRANCIS GLOBAL ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CICS - West Belden Campus (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Lyon Elem School Chicago	0.3 mi	980	5.5
Camras Elem School Chicago	0.3 mi	719	6.5
Chicago Academy Elem School Chicago	0.4 mi	555	6.2
Chicago Academy High School Chicago	0.4 mi	563	8.4
Reinberg Elem School Chicago	0.5 mi	772	6.1
Steinmetz College Prep HS Chicago	0.5 mi	1,333	6.5
Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad Chicago	0.8 mi	823	6.6
ICCI ACADEMY Chicago	0.7 mi	74	6.2
Horizon Science Acad-Belmont Chicago	0.9 mi	672	8.1
Schubert Elem School Chicago	0.9 mi	557	5.6
CICS - West Belden Campus Chicago	1.1 mi	521	7.1
POPE FRANCIS GLOBAL ACADEMY Chicago	1.1 mi	170	7.3
Prieto Math-Science Elem Sch Chicago	1.2 mi	751	4.9
Hanson Park Elem School Chicago	1.2 mi	1,150	6.5
CHANGING OASIS, INC Chicago	1.2 mi	50	2.9
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago	1.1 mi	16	—
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl Chicago	1.4 mi	508	6.2
Gray Elem School Chicago	1.2 mi	992	4.8
Foreman High School Chicago	1.1 mi	700	4.3
Burbank Elem School Chicago	1.4 mi	698	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,997

Median Home Value

$333,900

Median Rent

$1,271/mo

Population

74,418

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

41.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
AUGUSTUS TOLTON CATHOLIC ACADEMY Chicago, IL	103	6.2
DOWNERS GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downers Grove, IL	135	6.2
FOREST BLUFF SCHOOL Lake Bluff, IL	100	6.2
Lincoln Elem School Clinton, IL	177	6.2
North Jacksonville School Jacksonville, IL	141	6.2
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago, IL	125	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Ferdinand Parish School

What grades does St Ferdinand Parish School serve?

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

How many students attend St Ferdinand Parish School?

St Ferdinand Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ferdinand Parish School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Ferdinand Parish School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Ferdinand Parish School rank in IL?

St Ferdinand Parish School ranks #383 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is St Ferdinand Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Ferdinand Parish 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 Ferdinand Parish School a private school?

Yes, St Ferdinand Parish 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 Ferdinand Parish School a religious school?

St Ferdinand Parish School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 83 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 59 Good Transit
Bike Score: 60 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 162
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.5:1
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) 622-3022

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