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#555 of 716 private schools in IL
St Jude Catholic School
Elementary School
10911 N KNOXVILLE AVE, Peoria, IL 61615
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#555 of 716
In Peoria
#9 of 14
public schools
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St Jude Catholic School
Elementary School in Peoria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Jude Catholic School
St Jude Catholic School is a private elementary school in Peoria, IL. St Jude Catholic School serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Jude Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #555 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Jude Catholic 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 Jude Catholic School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Peoria, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Jude Catholic School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Wilder-Waite Grade School | 7.5 |
| Ridgeview Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Kellar Primary School | 7.5 |
| Liberty Leadership Middle School | 5.3 |
| Northmoor Primary School | 6.8 |
| Rolling Acres Middle School | 4.6 |
| Mark W Bills Middle School | 5.0 |
| Hines Primary School | 3.0 |
| Charter Oak Primary School | 5.9 |
| Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School | 4.2 |
| Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School | 2.4 |
| Reservoir Gifted School | 8.6 |
| Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch | 7.4 |
| Von Steuben Middle School | 2.4 |
| Quest Charter School Academy | 4.4 |
| Sterling Middle School | 3.7 |
| Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr | 4.8 |
| Lincoln School | 3.8 |
| Franklin Primary School | 3.8 |
| Whittier Primary School | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Peoria
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
10911 N KNOXVILLE AVE, Peoria, IL 61615
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Jude Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickory Grove Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Dunlap), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilder-Waite Grade School (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgeview Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHMINSTER LEARNING CENTER Peoria | 0.3 mi | — |
| Hickory Grove Elementary School Dunlap | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Wilder-Waite Grade School Peoria | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Banner Elementary School Dunlap | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ALETHEIA SCHOOL Peoria | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| LIGHT HOUSE ACADEMY Peoria | 3.2 mi | — |
| LIGHT HOUSE ACADEMY Peoria | 3.2 mi | — |
| PEORIA ACADEMY Peoria | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Mossville Elementary School Chillicothe | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Mossville Jr High Mossville | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Ridgeview Elementary School Peoria | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Richwoods High School Peoria | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Liberty Leadership Middle School Peoria | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Kellar Primary School Peoria | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Northmoor Primary School Peoria | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL Peoria | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Rolling Acres Middle School Peoria | 4.5 mi | 4.6 |
| PEORIA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Peoria | 4.5 mi | — |
| Dunlap Valley Middle School Dunlap | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Dunlap Middle School Dunlap | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,157
Median Home Value
$206,800
Median Rent
$1,079/mo
Population
23,266
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Jude Catholic School
What grades does St Jude Catholic School serve?
St Jude Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Jude Catholic School?
St Jude Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Jude Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Jude Catholic School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Jude Catholic School rank in IL?
St Jude Catholic School ranks #555 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Jude Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Jude Catholic 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 Jude Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Jude Catholic 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 Jude Catholic School a religious school?
St Jude Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Peoria County
- Phone
- (309) 243-2493
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