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#502 of 716 private schools in IL
St Francis De Sales School
Elementary School
11 S BUESCHING RD, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#502 of 716
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St Francis De Sales School
Elementary School in Lake Zurich · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Francis De Sales School
St Francis De Sales School is a private elementary school in Lake Zurich, IL. St Francis De Sales School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Francis De Sales 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 De Sales School compares to the 5 public schools in Lake Zurich, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lake Zurich
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis De Sales School (this school) | 5.6 |
| May Whitney Elem School | 7.9 |
| Lake Zurich High School | 8.9 |
| Sarah Adams Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Isaac Fox Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus | 8.6 |
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
11 S BUESCHING RD, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis De Sales School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grove Avenue Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hough Street Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sarah Adams Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Zurich, see our Lake Zurich schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,043
Median Home Value
$510,000
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
44,100
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
89.2%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
42.6
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| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Breese, IL | 5.6 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Springfield, IL | 5.6 |
| Brown W Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Chateaux School Hazel Crest, IL | 5.6 |
| Colemon J Elem Academy Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Dallas City Elem School Dallas City, IL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis De Sales School
What grades does St Francis De Sales School serve?
St Francis De Sales School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis De Sales School?
St Francis De Sales School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis De Sales School rank in IL?
St Francis De Sales School ranks #502 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Francis De Sales School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 De Sales School a private school?
Yes, St Francis De Sales 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 De Sales School a religious school?
St Francis De Sales School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (847) 438-7291
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