Very Good
#208 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 29% of private schools
St Teresa High School
High School
2710 N WATER ST, Decatur, IL 62526
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#208 of 716
In Decatur
#2 of 5
public schools
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About St Teresa High School
St Teresa High School is a private high school in Decatur, IL. St Teresa High School serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Teresa High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #208 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, St Teresa High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Teresa High 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 Teresa High School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Decatur, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Teresa High School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Stephen Decatur Middle School | 1.9 |
| Hope Academy | 3.0 |
| Robertson Charter School | 2.1 |
| MacArthur High School | 4.7 |
| Johns Hill Magnet School | 2.7 |
| Eisenhower High School | 5.8 |
| Dennis Lab School | 3.3 |
| American Dreamer STEM Academy | 2.2 |
| Montessori Academy for Peace | 2.2 |
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
2710 N WATER ST, Decatur, IL 62526
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Teresa High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Eisenhower High School (rated 5.8/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MacArthur High School (rated 4.7/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen Decatur Middle School Decatur | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| Parsons Elementary School Decatur | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ANTIOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pershing Early Learning Center Decatur | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Decatur | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Hope Academy Decatur | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Decatur | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Decatur | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Robertson Charter School Decatur | 1.8 mi | 2.1 |
| MacArthur High School Decatur | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Franklin Grove Elem School Decatur | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Johns Hill Magnet School Decatur | 2.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Eisenhower High School Decatur | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Dennis Lab School Decatur | 4.0 mi | 3.3 |
| DECATUR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Forsyth | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Decatur | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Maroa-Forsyth Grade School Forsyth | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| South Shores Elem School Decatur | 4.3 mi | 2.5 |
| American Dreamer STEM Academy Decatur | 4.3 mi | 2.2 |
| Muffley Elem School Decatur | 4.2 mi | 1.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,222
Median Home Value
$91,500
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
31,191
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond Arthur, IL | 7.0 |
| GCMS High School Gibson City, IL | 7.0 |
| Gallatin High School Junction, IL | 7.0 |
| Georgetown-Ridge Farm High School Georgetown, IL | 7.0 |
| Goreville High School Goreville, IL | 7.0 |
| Riverdale Sr High School Port Byron, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Teresa High School
What grades does St Teresa High School serve?
St Teresa High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend St Teresa High School?
St Teresa High School has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Teresa High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Teresa High School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Teresa High School rank in IL?
St Teresa High School ranks #208 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Teresa High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Teresa High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Teresa High School a private school?
Yes, St Teresa High 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 Teresa High School a religious school?
St Teresa High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 275
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Macon County
- Phone
- (217) 875-2431
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