Very Good
#164 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 23% of private schools
St Francis Borgia School
Elementary School
3535 N PANAMA AVE, Chicago, IL 60634
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#164 of 716
In Chicago
#57 of 162
public schools
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St Francis Borgia School
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About St Francis Borgia School
St Francis Borgia School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Francis Borgia School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Borgia School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, St Francis Borgia 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 Francis Borgia 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 Francis Borgia School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis Borgia School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Canty Elem School | 7.3 |
| Dever Elem School | 5.2 |
| Bridge Elem School | 6.3 |
| Locke J Elem School | 5.5 |
| Dirksen Elem School | 7.0 |
| Oriole Park Elem School | 6.9 |
| Smyser Elem School | 5.2 |
| Sayre Elem Language Academy | 4.3 |
| Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad | 6.6 |
| Beard Elem School | 8.6 |
| Chicago Academy Elem School | 6.2 |
| Garvy J Elem School | 6.4 |
| Lyon Elem School | 5.5 |
| Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem | 7.2 |
| Burbank Elem School | 5.4 |
| Camras Elem School | 6.5 |
| Reinberg Elem School | 6.1 |
| CICS - West Belden Campus | 7.1 |
| Lovett Elem School | 5.5 |
| Prussing Elem School | 5.4 |
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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
3535 N PANAMA AVE, Chicago, IL 60634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis Borgia School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Union Ridge Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Harwood Heights), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Canty Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canty Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Dever Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| John Mills Elem School Elmwood Park | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| J Giles Elem School Norridge | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| River Grove Elem School River Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| J Leigh Elem School Norridge | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Ridgewood Comm High School Norridge | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Elmwood Park High School Elmwood Park | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Elmwood Elem School Elmwood Park | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Rhodes Elem School River Grove | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST EUGENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Bridge Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Pennoyer Elem School Norridge | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Dirksen Elem School Chicago | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Elm Middle School Elmwood Park | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Locke J Elem School Chicago | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| North Elem School Franklin Park | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Union Ridge Elem School Harwood Heights | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| East Leyden High School Franklin Park | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
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 | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beckemeyer Elem School Beckemeyer, IL | 7.2 |
| Brookport Elementary School Brookport, IL | 7.2 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights, IL | 7.2 |
| PEORIA ACADEMY Peoria, IL | 7.2 |
| Prairieview-Ogden North Elem Royal, IL | 7.2 |
| Robein Elem School East Peoria, IL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis Borgia School
What grades does St Francis Borgia School serve?
St Francis Borgia School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis Borgia School?
St Francis Borgia School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Borgia School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Borgia School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis Borgia School rank in IL?
St Francis Borgia School ranks #164 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Francis Borgia School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis Borgia School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis Borgia School a private school?
Yes, St Francis Borgia 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 Francis Borgia School a religious school?
St Francis Borgia School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- 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) 589-1000
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