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St Malachy

Elementary School

595 E OGDEN AVE, Geneseo, IL 61254

Private

Enrollment

110

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#566 of 716

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St Malachy

5.3/10

Elementary School in Geneseo · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Geneseo Middle School

4.1/10

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Geneseo High School

7.6/10

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About St Malachy

St Malachy is a private elementary school in Geneseo, IL. St Malachy serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Malachy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #566 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.9 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 110 students, St Malachy 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 Malachy 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

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How St Malachy compares to the 5 public schools in Geneseo, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
110
This School
vs
489
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.8% vs 0%
St Malachy Geneseo Public Avg

All Schools in Geneseo

School Rating
St Malachy (this school) 5.3
Geneseo Middle School 4.1
Geneseo High School 7.6
Northside Elem School 5.5
Southwest Elem School 4.4
Millikin Elem School 4.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,131
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 110
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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)

White 93.6%
Hispanic 4.5%
Asian 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

595 E OGDEN AVE, Geneseo, IL 61254

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Malachy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridgeview Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Leclaire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Erie Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Erie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cambridge Comm Grade School (rated 7.6/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Geneseo, see our Geneseo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Geneseo Middle School Geneseo 0.2 mi 4.1
Geneseo High School Geneseo 0.4 mi 7.6
Northside Elem School Geneseo 0.5 mi 5.5
Millikin Elem School Geneseo 1.5 mi 4.9
Southwest Elem School Geneseo 1.4 mi 4.4
Cambridge Jr/Sr High School Cambridge 11.7 mi 6.8
Cambridge Comm Grade School Cambridge 11.8 mi 7.6
Riverdale Elem School Port Byron 12.2 mi 6.7
Riverdale Sr High School Port Byron 12.4 mi 7.0
Erie Middle School Erie 13.4 mi 7.8
Riverdale Middle School Port Byron 12.6 mi 6.8
Erie Elem School Erie 13.6 mi 7.7
Erie High School Erie 13.6 mi 8.6
Colona Grade School Colona 11.0 mi 3.6
Annawan Grade School Annawan 13.0 mi 5.2
Orion High School Orion 13.6 mi 6.7
Annawan High School Annawan 13.1 mi 6.5
Bridgeview Elementary School Leclaire 14.3 mi 8.9
Orion Middle School Orion 14.1 mi 7.3
C R Hanna Elem School Orion 14.1 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61254 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,141

Median Home Value

$217,700

Median Rent

$951/mo

Population

12,049

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Malachy

What grades does St Malachy serve?

St Malachy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend St Malachy?

St Malachy has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Malachy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Malachy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Malachy rank in IL?

St Malachy ranks #566 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is St Malachy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Malachy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Malachy a private school?

Yes, St Malachy 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 Malachy a religious school?

St Malachy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
110
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Henry County

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