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#540 of 716 private schools in IL
St Gall Elementary School
Elementary School
5515 S SAWYER AVE, Chicago, IL 60629
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#540 of 716
In Chicago
#142 of 162
public schools
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St Gall Elementary School
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About St Gall Elementary School
St Gall Elementary School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Gall Elementary School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Gall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #540 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, St Gall Elementary 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 Gall Elementary 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 Gall Elementary School compares to 500 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Gall Elementary School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Sawyer Elem School | 4.3 |
| Hernandez Middle School | 5.1 |
| Sandoval Elem School | 6.7 |
| Monarcas Academy | 6.5 |
| Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar | 6.4 |
| Talman Elem School | 6.0 |
| Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elem | 8.5 |
| Carson Elem School | 6.1 |
| Nightingale Elem School | 6.0 |
| Peck Elem School | 5.8 |
| Morrill Elem Math & Sci School | 5.3 |
| Fairfield Elem Academy | 6.7 |
| Christopher Elem School | 3.5 |
| Acero Chtr - Officer Marquez Elem | 7.7 |
| Horizon Sci Acad - Southwest Chtr | 6.2 |
| Shields Middle School | 6.5 |
| Columbia Explorers Elem Academy | 7.6 |
| Eberhart Elem School | 4.9 |
| Richardson Middle School | 7.5 |
| Marquette Elem School | 6.9 |
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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
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
5515 S SAWYER AVE, Chicago, IL 60629
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Gall Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elem (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Acero Chtr - Officer Marquez Elem (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbia Explorers Elem Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sawyer Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Monarcas Academy Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Hernandez Middle School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Solorio Academy High School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Sandoval Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Acero Chtr Sch Netwrk- Victoria Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| LOS PEQUENOS ANGELITOS Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elem Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Talman Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Gage Park High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Nightingale Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Peck Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Carson Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Noble St Chtr - Mansueto Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Acero Chtr - Officer Marquez Elem Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Fairfield Elem Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ST NICHOLAS TOLENTINE SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Columbia Explorers Elem Academy Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Morrill Elem Math & Sci School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,813
Median Home Value
$236,300
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
109,292
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.2
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| Avalon Park Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| Carolyn Wenz Elem School Paris, IL | 5.4 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights, IL | 5.4 |
| Irving Elem School Kewanee, IL | 5.4 |
| Jackson Charter School Rockford, IL | 5.4 |
| King Academy of Social Justice Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Gall Elementary School
What grades does St Gall Elementary School serve?
St Gall Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Gall Elementary School?
St Gall Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Gall Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Gall Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Gall Elementary School rank in IL?
St Gall Elementary School ranks #540 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Gall Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Gall Elementary 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 Gall Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Gall Elementary 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 Gall Elementary School a religious school?
St Gall Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 737-3454
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