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#300 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 42% of private schools
St Jude School
Elementary School
2204 MCDONOUGH ST, Joliet, IL 60436
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#300 of 716
In Joliet
#2 of 7
public schools
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St Jude School
Elementary School in Joliet · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Jude School
St Jude School is a private elementary school in Joliet, IL. St Jude School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. St Jude School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #300 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, St Jude 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 Jude 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 School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Joliet, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Jude School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Marycrest Early Childhood Center | 7.3 |
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School | 4.1 |
| Dirksen Junior High School | 3.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School | 5.4 |
| Pershing Elem School | 2.9 |
| Troy Heritage Trail School | 6.8 |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary | 3.0 |
| Hufford Junior High School | 4.8 |
| Troy Craughwell School | 7.8 |
| Farragut Elem School | 3.6 |
| Taft Elementary School | 3.2 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch | 4.4 |
| Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm | 6.6 |
| Edna Keith Elem School | 4.9 |
| Woodland Elem School | 4.8 |
| Grand Prairie Elem School | 3.5 |
| Crystal Lawns Elem School | 4.1 |
| Sator Sanchez Elem School | 3.7 |
| Laraway School | 7.2 |
| Forest Park Individual Ed School | 5.5 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Joliet
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
2204 MCDONOUGH ST, Joliet, IL 60436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Jude School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Troy Craughwell School (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Troy Heritage Trail School (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marycrest Early Childhood Center Joliet | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Joliet West High School Joliet | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School Joliet | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Dirksen Junior High School Joliet | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Joliet | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Joliet | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Rockdale Elem School Rockdale | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Pershing Elem School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Joliet | 1.6 mi | — |
| UCP-CDS-MELVIN J LARSON SCHOOL Joliet | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary Joliet | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Hufford Junior High School Joliet | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Troy Heritage Trail School Joliet | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| TLC LEARNING CENTER Crest Hill | 2.2 mi | — |
| Taft Elementary School Joliet | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| JOLIET CATHOLIC ACADEMY Joliet | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Troy Craughwell School Joliet | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Farragut Elem School Joliet | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,570
Median Home Value
$170,800
Median Rent
$1,242/mo
Population
19,446
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blackhawk Primary Center Park Forest, IL | 6.6 |
| Donovan Elem School Donovan, IL | 6.6 |
| Dr Donald Wharton Elem School Summit, IL | 6.6 |
| HOLY ANGELS Chicago, IL | 6.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Monmouth, IL | 6.6 |
| Illinois City Elem School Illinois City, IL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Jude School
What grades does St Jude School serve?
St Jude School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Jude School?
St Jude School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Jude School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Jude School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Jude School rank in IL?
St Jude School ranks #300 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Jude School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Jude School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Jude 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 School a religious school?
St Jude School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 138
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Phone
- (815) 729-0288
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