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#507 of 716 private schools in IL
St Petronille School
Elementary School
425 PROSPECT AVE, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#507 of 716
In Glen Ellyn
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Petronille School
Elementary School in Glen Ellyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Petronille School
St Petronille School is a private elementary school in Glen Ellyn, IL. St Petronille School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Petronille School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #507 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Petronille 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 Petronille School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Glen Ellyn, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Petronille School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elem School | 7.9 |
| Hadley Junior High School | 8.3 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem School | 8.3 |
| Forest Glen Elem School | 7.7 |
| Churchill Elem School | 6.8 |
| Park View Elem School | 8.7 |
| Glen Crest Middle School | 7.4 |
| Westfield Elem School | 8.9 |
| Arbor View Elem School | 7.6 |
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
425 PROSPECT AVE, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Petronille School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park View Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen Ellyn, see our Glen Ellyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIAMANTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glen Ellyn | 0.4 mi | — |
| Abraham Lincoln Elem School Glen Ellyn | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Glenbard West High School Glen Ellyn | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Hadley Junior High School Glen Ellyn | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Forest Glen Elem School Glen Ellyn | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem School Glen Ellyn | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CARRIERS OF LIGHT Wheaton | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Park View Elem School Glen Ellyn | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Lowell Elem School Wheaton | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Washington Elementary School Wheaton | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Glen Crest Middle School Glen Ellyn | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Glen Ellyn | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Hawthorne Elem School Wheaton | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Glen Hill Elementary School Glendale Heights | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Lincoln Elem School Wheaton | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Franklin Middle School Wheaton | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - WHEATON Wheaton | 1.9 mi | — |
| CLARE WOODS ACADEMY Wheaton | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #865 Glendale Heights | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,695
Median Home Value
$490,800
Median Rent
$1,321/mo
Population
38,754
College Educated
63.7%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
40.9
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|---|---|
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| ALPHONSUS ACADEMY & CENTER FOR THE ARTS Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Colene Hoose Elem School Normal, IL | 5.6 |
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| Davis N Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Petronille School
What grades does St Petronille School serve?
St Petronille School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Petronille School?
St Petronille School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Petronille School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Petronille School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Petronille School rank in IL?
St Petronille School ranks #507 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Petronille School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Petronille School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Petronille School a private school?
Yes, St Petronille 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 Petronille School a religious school?
St Petronille School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 452
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 469-5041
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