Very Good
#65 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 9% of private schools
St Jerome School
Elementary School
2801 S PRINCETON AVE, Chicago, IL 60616
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#65 of 716
In Chicago
#24 of 162
public schools
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St Jerome 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 Jerome School
St Jerome School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Jerome School serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Jerome School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 118 students, St Jerome 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.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, St Jerome School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Jerome 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 Jerome School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Jerome School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Ward J Elem School | 7.9 |
| Drake Elem School | 4.8 |
| Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad | 7.9 |
| Healy Elem School | 8.6 |
| Haines Elem School | 8.8 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy | 7.5 |
| Minnie Minoso Academy | 6.4 |
| Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet | 4.3 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus | 5.4 |
| Armour Elem School | 7.5 |
| Holden Elem School | 8.1 |
| Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus | 4.7 |
| Walsh Elem School | 3.4 |
| Wells Preparatory Elem Academy | 4.4 |
| James R Doolittle Academy | 5.9 |
| Jungman Elem School | 7.5 |
| Perez Elem School | 5.9 |
| Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch | 9.8 |
| Univ of Chicago Chtr-Donoghue | 6.3 |
| South Loop Elem School | 6.6 |
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.
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
2801 S PRINCETON AVE, Chicago, IL 60616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Jerome School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haines Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Healy Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ward J Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ward J Elem School Chicago | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Drake Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Haines Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Healy Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| ST THERESE CHINESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Minnie Minoso Academy Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Air Force Acad High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| DE LA SALLE INSTITUTE - INSTITUTE CAMPUS Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Armour Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,841
Median Home Value
$387,300
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
54,456
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
37.4
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| ALPINE ACADEMY Rockford, IL | 7.9 |
| Acero Chtr - Octavio Paz Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 7.9 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Glendale Heights, IL | 7.9 |
| Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace, IL | 7.9 |
| Stevenson School Lombard, IL | 7.9 |
| CARRIERS OF LIGHT Wheaton, IL | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Jerome School
What grades does St Jerome School serve?
St Jerome School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Jerome School?
St Jerome School has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Jerome School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Jerome School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Jerome School rank in IL?
St Jerome School ranks #65 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Jerome School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Jerome 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 Jerome School a private school?
Yes, St Jerome 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 Jerome School a religious school?
St Jerome School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 118
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 842-7668
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