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#590 of 716 private schools in IL

St Richard Elementary School

Elementary School

5025 S KENNETH AVE, Chicago, IL 60632

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

162

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#590 of 716

In Chicago

#145 of 162

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About St Richard Elementary School

St Richard Elementary School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. St Richard Elementary School serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Richard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #590 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.1 pts below IL schools

5.1

This school 5.1 · Average
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 162 students, St Richard Elementary 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 Richard Elementary 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

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How St Richard Elementary School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1

This School

15.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

162

This School

490

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.1

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 93.2% vs 0%

White 4.3% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

Black 0.6% vs 0%

St Richard Elementary School Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Richard Elementary School (this school)	—	162	16.2:1	5.1
Acero Chtr - SPC Zizumbo Elem	0.5 mi	534	16.7:1	7.4
Acero Chtr Network - PFC Torress	0.5 mi	540	18.6:1	6.2
Academy for Global Citizenship	0.5 mi	478	12.9:1	3.7
Edwards Elem School	0.5 mi	1,222	14.5:1	4.3
Hearst Elem School	0.8 mi	301	10.4:1	6.7
Pasteur Elem School	1.0 mi	619	17.2:1	6.3
Charles J Sahs Elem School	1.2 mi	304	9.8:1	6.2
Peck Elem School	1.2 mi	758	14.3:1	5.8
Sandoval Elem School	1.3 mi	723	15.1:1	6.7
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar	1.3 mi	530	18.9:1	6.4
Hernandez Middle School	1.3 mi	753	13.9:1	5.1
Richardson Middle School	1.3 mi	842	14.5:1	7.5
Twain Elem School	1.3 mi	876	15.4:1	6.4
Sawyer Elem School	1.5 mi	933	15.6:1	4.3
Columbia Explorers Elem Academy	1.7 mi	725	14.5:1	7.6
Monarcas Academy	1.7 mi	805	14.4:1	6.5
Lee Elem School	1.8 mi	578	13.1:1	6.9
Gunsaulus Elem Scholastic Academy	1.9 mi	659	13.4:1	5.5
Acero Chtr - Officer Marquez Elem	2.0 mi	517	15.7:1	7.7
Calmeca Acad Elem School	2.0 mi	628	15.7:1	3.9

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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

C 2.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 13%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 162

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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)

Hispanic 93.2%

White 4.3%

Asian 1.2%

Black 0.6%

Two or More 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5025 S KENNETH AVE, Chicago, IL 60632

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Richard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acero Chtr - SPC Zizumbo Elem (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hearst Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sandoval Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Acero Chtr - SPC Zizumbo Elem Chicago	0.5 mi	534	7.4
Acero Chtr Netrk - Major Garcia Chicago	0.5 mi	625	7.5
Acero Chtr Network - PFC Torress Chicago	0.5 mi	540	6.2
Academy for Global Citizenship Chicago	0.5 mi	478	3.7
Edwards Elem School Chicago	0.5 mi	1,222	4.3
Curie Metropolitan High School Chicago	0.6 mi	3,136	7.0
Hancock College Preparatory HS Chicago	0.8 mi	1,032	9.1
Hearst Elem School Chicago	0.8 mi	301	6.7
Pasteur Elem School Chicago	1.0 mi	619	6.3
OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS SCHOOL Chicago	1.0 mi	141	6.3
Richardson Middle School Chicago	1.3 mi	842	7.5
Peck Elem School Chicago	1.2 mi	758	5.8
LOS PEQUENOS ANGELITOS Chicago	1.1 mi	15	—
Charles J Sahs Elem School Chicago	1.2 mi	304	6.2
Sandoval Elem School Chicago	1.3 mi	723	6.7
Acero Chtr Sch Netwrk- Victoria Chicago	1.2 mi	570	6.0
Solorio Academy High School Chicago	1.2 mi	1,264	7.9
Hernandez Middle School Chicago	1.3 mi	753	5.1
Acero Chtr Network - Jovita Idar Chicago	1.3 mi	530	6.4
Twain Elem School Chicago	1.3 mi	876	6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,576

Median Home Value

$240,600

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

87,831

College Educated

13.3%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Richard Elementary School

What grades does St Richard Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend St Richard Elementary School?

St Richard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Richard Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Richard Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Richard Elementary School rank in IL?

St Richard Elementary School ranks #590 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is St Richard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Richard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Richard Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Richard Elementary 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 Richard Elementary School a religious school?

St Richard Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 81 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 65 Good Transit
Bike Score: 59 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 162
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cook County
Phone: (773) 582-8083

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