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Very Good

#86 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 12% of private schools

St Patrick School

Elementary School

15020 W WADSWORTH RD, Wadsworth, IL 60083

Private

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#86 of 716

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St Patrick School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Wadsworth · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Prairie Trail School

4.1/10

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3.6/10

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About St Patrick School

St Patrick School is a private elementary school in Wadsworth, IL. St Patrick School serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.5 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Patrick 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.

St Patrick School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Patrick School compares to the 2 public schools in Wadsworth, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
350
This School
vs
331
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
3.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 19.7% vs 0%
Asian 5.1% vs 0%
Black 2.9% vs 0%
St Patrick School Wadsworth Public Avg

All Schools in Wadsworth

School Rating
St Patrick School (this school) 7.7
Prairie Trail School 4.1
Newport Elem School 3.6

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 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,404
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 63%
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 350
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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 54.9%
Hispanic 19.7%
Two or More 16.6%
Asian 5.1%
Black 2.9%
Pacific Islander 0.6%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

15020 W WADSWORTH RD, Wadsworth, IL 60083

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Patrick School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millburn Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Old Mill Creek), with a very similar rating. Another option is Little Fort Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Waukegan), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COUNTRY MEADOWS MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Gurnee), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wadsworth, see our Wadsworth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Prairie Trail School Wadsworth 1.4 mi 4.1
Newport Elem School Wadsworth 2.4 mi 3.6
GURNEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gurnee 2.6 mi 6.3
Beach Park Middle School Beach Park 2.9 mi 3.8
Spaulding Elementary School Gurnee 3.3 mi 6.8
Viking School Gurnee 4.0 mi 4.4
Woodland Intermediate Sch Gurnee 4.0 mi 6.6
H R McCall Elem School Waukegan 3.3 mi 6.3
Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi Sch Zion 3.4 mi 6.6
Oakdale Elem School Waukegan 3.7 mi 4.8
River Trail School Gurnee 4.6 mi 3.9
Oak Crest School Beach Park 3.5 mi 6.3
Millburn Elem School Old Mill Creek 3.6 mi 8.0
Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park 3.7 mi 3.1
COUNTRY MEADOWS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gurnee 4.9 mi 7.1
Early Learning Center Waukegan 4.4 mi 4.8
LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan 4.0 mi 8.3
West Elementary School Zion 4.0 mi 3.3
Clearview Elem School Waukegan 4.5 mi 5.2
Little Fort Elem School Waukegan 4.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,912

Median Home Value

$286,400

Median Rent

$1,702/mo

Population

9,655

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

93.7%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

43.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Albion Grade School Albion, IL 7.7
Anderson Elem School Saint Charles, IL 7.7
Bower Elem School Warrenville, IL 7.7
CHIARAVALLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Evanston, IL 7.7
Cantrall Elem School Cantrall, IL 7.7
Diamond Lake School Mundelein, IL 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Patrick School

What grades does St Patrick School serve?

St Patrick School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Patrick School?

St Patrick School has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Patrick School rank in IL?

St Patrick School ranks #86 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is St Patrick School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Patrick School a private school?

Yes, St Patrick 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 Patrick School a religious school?

St Patrick School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
350
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Lake County

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