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#607 of 716 private schools in IL
St Paul of the Cross School
Elementary School
140 S NW HWY, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#607 of 716
In Park Ridge
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Paul of the Cross School
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About St Paul of the Cross School
St Paul of the Cross School is a private elementary school in Park Ridge, IL. St Paul of the Cross School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul of the Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #607 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Paul of the Cross 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 Paul of the Cross School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Park Ridge, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul of the Cross School (this school) | 5.0 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elem School | 8.3 |
| Eugene Field Elem School | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Middle School | 8.1 |
| George Washington Elem School | 8.6 |
| George B Carpenter Elem School | 9.3 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 8.7 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
140 S NW HWY, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul of the Cross School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George B Carpenter Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ebinger Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George Washington Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Park Ridge, see our Park Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Eugene Field Elem School Park Ridge | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elem School Park Ridge | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Stock Early Childhood Center Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Ebinger Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Lincoln Middle School Park Ridge | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Emerson Middle School Niles | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM SCHOOL Park Ridge | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Jefferson School Niles | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| George Washington Elem School Park Ridge | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Edison Park Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| ST SAVA ACADEMY Chicago | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| EMBERS ACADEMY Niles | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PAUL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Chicago | 1.8 mi | — |
| Maine South High School Park Ridge | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| NOTRE DAME COLLEGE PREP Niles | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Norwood Park Elem School Chicago | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,201
Median Home Value
$539,700
Median Rent
$1,511/mo
Population
39,227
College Educated
65.1%
Homeownership
85.3%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
44.5
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| Beecher Elem School Beecher, IL | 5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul of the Cross School
What grades does St Paul of the Cross School serve?
St Paul of the Cross School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul of the Cross School?
St Paul of the Cross School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul of the Cross School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul of the Cross 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 Paul of the Cross School rank in IL?
St Paul of the Cross School ranks #607 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Paul of the Cross School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul of the Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul of the Cross School a private school?
Yes, St Paul of the Cross 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 Paul of the Cross School a religious school?
St Paul of the Cross School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 566
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 939-3641
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