Very Good
#161 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 22% of private schools
St Francis Xavier School
Elementary School
808 LINDEN AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#161 of 716
In Wilmette
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Francis Xavier School
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About St Francis Xavier School
St Francis Xavier School is a private elementary school in Wilmette, IL. St Francis Xavier School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Xavier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #161 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, St Francis Xavier School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Francis Xavier 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 Xavier School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Wilmette, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Central Elem School | 9.3 |
| McKenzie Elem School | 8.7 |
| Highcrest Middle School | 9.2 |
| Harper Elem School | 8.8 |
| Wilmette Junior High School | 9.0 |
| Romona Elem School | 9.4 |
| Marie Murphy School | 9.5 |
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
808 LINDEN AVE, Wilmette, IL 60091
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis Xavier School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Joseph Sears School (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Kenilworth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orrington Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Evanston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmette, see our Wilmette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Elem School Wilmette | 0.2 mi | 9.3 |
| McKenzie Elem School Wilmette | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Evanston | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Haven Middle School Evanston | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Kingsley Elementary School Evanston | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| BAKER DEMONSTRATION SCHOOL Wilmette | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Lincolnwood Elem School Evanston | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Willard Elem School Evanston | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| KINGSWAY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Evanston | 1.4 mi | — |
| Orrington Elem School Evanston | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| MIDWEST MONTESSORI DEMONSTRATION SCHOOL Evanston | 1.4 mi | — |
| The Joseph Sears School Kenilworth | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| RONALD KNOX MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilmette | 1.4 mi | — |
| New Trier Township H S Winnetka Winnetka | 1.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Evanston Twp High School Evanston | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| THE BARBEREUX SCHOOL Evanston | 1.5 mi | — |
| ROYCEMORE SCHOOL Evanston | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Dewey Elem School Evanston | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Joseph E Hill Education Center Evanston | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Dr ML King Jr Literary&Fine Arts Evanston | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60091 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$190,250
Median Home Value
$800,100
Median Rent
$1,968/mo
Population
27,369
College Educated
84.5%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acero Chtr Roberto Clemente Elem Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
| Alice Gustafson Elem School Batavia, IL | 7.2 |
| Big Timber Elementary School Hampshire, IL | 7.2 |
| Bottenfield Elem School Champaign, IL | 7.2 |
| Carlinville Primary School Carlinville, IL | 7.2 |
| Carlyle Elementary School Carlyle, IL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis Xavier School
What grades does St Francis Xavier School serve?
St Francis Xavier School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis Xavier School?
St Francis Xavier School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis Xavier School rank in IL?
St Francis Xavier School ranks #161 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Francis Xavier School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis Xavier 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 Xavier School a private school?
Yes, St Francis Xavier 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 Xavier School a religious school?
St Francis Xavier School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 826-4948
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