Very Good
#66 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 9% of private schools
St Helen School
Elementary School
2347 W AUGUSTA BLVD, Chicago, IL 60622
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#66 of 716
In Chicago
#25 of 162
public schools
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St Helen School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Helen School
St Helen School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Helen School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Helen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #66 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, St Helen School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Helen 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 Helen School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Helen School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Chopin Elem School | 3.3 |
| Acero Chtr - Esmera Santiago Cmps | 8.2 |
| Columbus Elem School | 6.0 |
| De Diego Elem Community Academy | 4.2 |
| Mitchell Elem School | 8.4 |
| Sabin Elem Magnet School | 3.2 |
| Erie Elem Charter School | 3.9 |
| Pritzker Elem School | 8.8 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch | 8.8 |
| Talcott Elem School | 5.0 |
| IYC Chicago | — |
| Moos Elem School | 5.5 |
| Morton Elem Career Academy | 4.4 |
| LEARN Charter Excel Campus | 7.6 |
| LEARN Chtr - 7th Campus | 7.0 |
| LEARN Chtr - Middle School | 6.5 |
| Suder Montessori Elem Magnet Schl | 3.0 |
| Otis Elem School | 4.3 |
| Polaris Elem Charter Academy | 3.5 |
| Rowe Elementary | 4.1 |
Showing 20 of 503 schools. View all schools in Chicago
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
2347 W AUGUSTA BLVD, Chicago, IL 60622
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Helen School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pritzker Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mitchell Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chopin Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Clemente Community Academy HS Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Acero Chtr - Esmera Santiago Cmps Chicago | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST NICHOLAS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| De Diego Elem Community Academy Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Mitchell Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Chicago HS for the Arts Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Sabin Elem Magnet School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| SCUOLA ITALIANA ENRICO FERMI Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| JOSEPHINUM ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| YCCS-Albizu Campos Puerto Rican Chicago | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Erie Elem Charter School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Pritzker Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Talcott Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| WOLCOTT SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| IYC Chicago Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST MALACHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Moos Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60622 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,852
Median Home Value
$622,900
Median Rent
$1,932/mo
Population
53,696
College Educated
72.8%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bristol Grade School Bristol, IL | 7.9 |
| Dorothy Simon Elem School Winnebago, IL | 7.9 |
| Lowell Elem School Wheaton, IL | 7.9 |
| Prairie Trails School Mt. Prospect, IL | 7.9 |
| Salt Fork North Elementary School Catlin, IL | 7.9 |
| Sandburg Elem School Springfield, IL | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Helen School
What grades does St Helen School serve?
St Helen School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Helen School?
St Helen School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Helen School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Helen School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Helen School rank in IL?
St Helen School ranks #66 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Helen School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Helen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Helen School a private school?
Yes, St Helen 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 Helen School a religious school?
St Helen School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- 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) 486-1055
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