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#542 of 716 private schools in IL
St Francis Xavier School
Elementary School
145 N WAIOLA AVE, La Grange, IL 60525
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#542 of 716
In La Grange
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Francis Xavier School
Elementary School in La Grange · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Francis Xavier School
St Francis Xavier School is a private elementary school in La Grange, IL. St Francis Xavier School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Xavier School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #542 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
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 6 public schools serving similar grades in La Grange, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Ogden Ave Elem School | 8.0 |
| Cossitt Ave Elem School | 9.2 |
| Seventh Ave Elem School | 8.8 |
| Spring Ave Elem School | 8.7 |
| Wm F Gurrie Middle School | 8.4 |
| Pleasantdale Elementary School | 9.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
145 N WAIOLA AVE, La Grange, IL 60525
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis Xavier School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cossitt Ave Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Field Park Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Seventh Ave Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Grange, see our La Grange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ogden Ave Elem School La Grange | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF LAGRANGE La Grange | 0.1 mi | — |
| Park Junior High School La Grange Park | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Cossitt Ave Elem School La Grange | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Lyons Twp High Sch La Grange | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| NAZARETH ACADEMY La Grange Park | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| CREATIVE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Grange | 0.9 mi | — |
| Forest Road Elem School La Grange Park | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Barnsdale Road School La Grange Park | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Field Park Elem School Western Springs | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Seventh Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| McClure Jr High School Western Springs | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Spring Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Wm F Gurrie Middle School La Grange | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Congress Park Elem School Brookfield | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| S E Gross Middle School Brookfield | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST CLETUS SCHOOL La Grange | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS COMMUNITY Brookfield | 1.5 mi | — |
| Brook Park Elem School La Grange Park | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DIVINE PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Westchester | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60525 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,718
Median Home Value
$422,500
Median Rent
$1,475/mo
Population
31,453
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
43.3
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|---|---|
| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
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| Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High Sch Hardin, IL | 5.4 |
| Carolyn Wenz Elem School Paris, IL | 5.4 |
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| Carroll Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
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 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Xavier School is 12.9:1. 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 #542 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 5.4 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
- 390
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 352-2175
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