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#544 of 716 private schools in IL
St Peter School
Elementary School
2500 MAINE ST, Quincy, IL 62301
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#544 of 716
In Quincy
#1 of 4
public schools
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St Peter School
Elementary School in Quincy · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Peter School
St Peter School is a private elementary school in Quincy, IL. St Peter School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #544 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Peter 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 Peter School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Quincy, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Thomas S Baldwin Elem Sch | 4.8 |
| Quincy Jr High School | 5.3 |
| Early Childhood | 4.4 |
| Sarah Atwater Denman Elem | 6.1 |
| Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch | 7.4 |
| Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Colonel George Iles Elem Sch | 5.6 |
| Central 3-4 Middle School | 5.6 |
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
2500 MAINE ST, Quincy, IL 62301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALMYRA ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores notably higher. Another option is Unity Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Mendon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas S Baldwin Elem Sch Quincy | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Quincy Sr High School Quincy | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Quincy | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Quincy Jr High School Quincy | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quincy | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Early Childhood Quincy | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Quincy | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sarah Atwater Denman Elem Quincy | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quincy | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School Quincy | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Dr. Abby Fox Rooney Elem Sch Quincy | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Colonel George Iles Elem Sch Quincy | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Seymour High School Payson | 10.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Seymour Elementary School Payson | 10.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Unity High School Mendon | 11.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Unity Elementary School Mendon | 11.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Unity Middle School Mendon | 11.8 mi | 7.2 |
| PALMYRA MIDDLE Palmyra | 12.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PALMYRA HIGH Palmyra | 12.7 mi | 5.1 |
| PALMYRA ELEM. Palmyra | 12.5 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,212
Median Home Value
$124,200
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
30,987
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
13.5 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland, IL | 5.4 |
| Calhoun Elementary/ Jr High Sch Hardin, IL | 5.4 |
| Carolyn Wenz Elem School Paris, IL | 5.4 |
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| Carroll Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter School
What grades does St Peter School serve?
St Peter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter School?
St Peter School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter School rank in IL?
St Peter School ranks #544 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Peter School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 Peter School a religious school?
St Peter School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Adams County
- Phone
- (217) 223-1120
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