Very Good
#200 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 28% of private schools
St Josaphat School
Elementary School
2245 N SOUTHPORT AVE 1, Chicago, IL 60614
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#200 of 716
In Chicago
#66 of 162
public schools
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St Josaphat 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 Josaphat School
St Josaphat School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Josaphat School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Josaphat School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, St Josaphat School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Josaphat 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 Josaphat School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Josaphat School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Mayer Elem School | 9.3 |
| Prescott Elem School | 9.4 |
| Drummond Elem School | 7.0 |
| Burr Elem School | 8.1 |
| Harriet Tubman Elem School | 7.5 |
| CICS - Bucktown Campus | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elem School | 9.1 |
| Alcott Elem School | 6.9 |
| Lozano Elem Bilingual & Intl Ctr | 4.7 |
| Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad | 5.3 |
| Rowe Elementary | 4.1 |
| Burley Elem School | 8.6 |
| Pulaski Intl Sch of Chicago | 8.1 |
| Jahn Elem School | 6.3 |
| Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy | 9.2 |
| Pritzker Elem School | 8.8 |
| Skinner Elem School | 8.7 |
| LaSalle Elem Language Academy | 6.7 |
| Sabin Elem Magnet School | 3.2 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch | 8.8 |
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
2245 N SOUTHPORT AVE 1, Chicago, IL 60614
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Josaphat School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prescott Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mayer Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mayer Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Prescott Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Burr Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ALPHONSUS ACADEMY & CENTER FOR THE ARTS Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Harriet Tubman Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Drummond Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Lozano Elem Bilingual & Intl Ctr Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Rowe Elementary Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Burley Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ST CLEMENT SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST LUKE ACADEMY Chicago | 1.2 mi | — |
| Lincoln Park High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Alcott Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CICS - Bucktown Campus Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| NEAR NORTH MONTESSORI Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Hawthorne Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,561
Median Home Value
$730,700
Median Rent
$2,019/mo
Population
70,444
College Educated
86.1%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
31.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Auburn Elem School Auburn, IL | 7.0 |
| Carlinville Intermediate School Carlinville, IL | 7.0 |
| Drummond Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| Eagleview Elementary School Columbia, IL | 7.0 |
| Emmons Grade School Antioch, IL | 7.0 |
| Fieldcrest Elem School Oak Forest, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Josaphat School
What grades does St Josaphat School serve?
St Josaphat School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Josaphat School?
St Josaphat School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Josaphat School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Josaphat School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Josaphat School rank in IL?
St Josaphat School ranks #200 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Josaphat School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Josaphat School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Josaphat School a private school?
Yes, St Josaphat 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 Josaphat School a religious school?
St Josaphat School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- 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) 549-0909
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