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#299 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 42% of private schools
St Paul the Apostle School
Elementary School
130 WOODLAWN AVE, Joliet, IL 60435
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#299 of 716
In Joliet
#1 of 7
public schools
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St Paul the Apostle School
Elementary School in Joliet · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Pershing Elem School
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About St Paul the Apostle School
St Paul the Apostle School is a private elementary school in Joliet, IL. St Paul the Apostle School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, St Paul the Apostle 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 Paul the Apostle 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 the Apostle School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Joliet, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul the Apostle School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Pershing Elem School | 2.9 |
| Dirksen Junior High School | 3.8 |
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School | 4.1 |
| Farragut Elem School | 3.6 |
| Marycrest Early Childhood Center | 7.3 |
| Taft Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Hufford Junior High School | 4.8 |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary | 3.0 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School | 5.4 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch | 4.4 |
| Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm | 6.6 |
| Troy Craughwell School | 7.8 |
| Edna Keith Elem School | 4.9 |
| Troy Heritage Trail School | 6.8 |
| Sator Sanchez Elem School | 3.7 |
| Woodland Elem School | 4.8 |
| Crystal Lawns Elem School | 4.1 |
| Grand Prairie Elem School | 3.5 |
| Forest Park Individual Ed School | 5.5 |
| Laraway School | 7.2 |
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
130 WOODLAWN AVE, Joliet, IL 60435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul the Apostle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JUDE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Rockdale Elem School (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rockdale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pershing Elem School Joliet | 0.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Dirksen Junior High School Joliet | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Joliet West High School Joliet | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Lynne Thigpen Elem School Joliet | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| UCP-CDS-MELVIN J LARSON SCHOOL Joliet | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Joliet | 0.9 mi | — |
| Rockdale Elem School Rockdale | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Taft Elementary School Joliet | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Hufford Junior High School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL Joliet | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Farragut Elem School Joliet | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Marycrest Early Childhood Center Joliet | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| JOLIET CATHOLIC ACADEMY Joliet | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Carl Sandburg Elementary Joliet | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Joliet | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet | 1.6 mi | — |
| TLC LEARNING CENTER Crest Hill | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL Joliet | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,967
Median Home Value
$217,200
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
48,521
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
37.1
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|---|---|
| Blackhawk Primary Center Park Forest, IL | 6.6 |
| Donovan Elem School Donovan, IL | 6.6 |
| Dr Donald Wharton Elem School Summit, IL | 6.6 |
| Grafton Elem School Grafton, IL | 6.6 |
| HOLY ANGELS Chicago, IL | 6.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Monmouth, IL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul the Apostle School
What grades does St Paul the Apostle School serve?
St Paul the Apostle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul the Apostle School?
St Paul the Apostle School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul the Apostle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul the Apostle School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul the Apostle School rank in IL?
St Paul the Apostle School ranks #299 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Paul the Apostle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul the Apostle 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 Paul the Apostle School a private school?
Yes, St Paul the Apostle 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 the Apostle School a religious school?
St Paul the Apostle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Phone
- (815) 725-3390
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