Very Good
#123 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 17% of private schools
St Thomas More Elementary School
Elementary School
1625 W HIGHLAND AVE, Elgin, IL 60123
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#123 of 716
In Elgin
#2 of 8
public schools
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St Thomas More Elementary School
Elementary School in Elgin · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas More Elementary School
St Thomas More Elementary School is a private elementary school in Elgin, IL. St Thomas More Elementary School serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 161 students, St Thomas More 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 Thomas More 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
BetaHow St Thomas More Elementary School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Elgin, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas More Elementary School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Kimball Middle School | 3.9 |
| Highland Elem School | 3.0 |
| Hillcrest Elem School | 4.2 |
| Creekside Elem | 3.0 |
| Illinois Park Elem School | — |
| Harriet Gifford Elem School | 2.2 |
| Abbott Middle School | 3.2 |
| Washington Elem School | 3.4 |
| Century Oaks Elem School | 4.2 |
| Lowrie Elem School | 3.2 |
| McKinley Elem School | 3.7 |
| Channing Memorial Elem School | 4.7 |
| Larsen Middle School | 5.8 |
| Ronald D O Neal | 3.2 |
| Ellis Middle School | 3.7 |
| Prairie Knolls Middle Sch | 7.3 |
| Coleman Elem School | 3.2 |
| Huff Elem School | 3.5 |
| Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr | 6.4 |
| Lords Park Elem School | 4.1 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Elgin
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
1625 W HIGHLAND AVE, Elgin, IL 60123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas More Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hillcrest Elem School (rated 4.2/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elgin, see our Elgin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Larkin High School Elgin | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Kimball Middle School Elgin | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Highland Elem School Elgin | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Creekside Elem Elgin | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Illinois Park Elem School Elgin | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Elem School Elgin | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Harriet Gifford Elem School Elgin | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Abbott Middle School Elgin | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Washington Elem School Elgin | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Century Oaks Elem School Elgin | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elgin | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST EDWARD CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Elgin | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| HARVEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elgin | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Elgin | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Lowrie Elem School Elgin | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Fox Meadow Elementary School South Elgin | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| McKinley Elem School Elgin | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| ELGIN ACADEMY Elgin | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Elgin | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Elgin | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,762
Median Home Value
$242,200
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
48,821
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas More Elementary School
What grades does St Thomas More Elementary School serve?
St Thomas More Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas More Elementary School?
St Thomas More Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas More Elementary School rank in IL?
St Thomas More Elementary School ranks #123 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Thomas More Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas More Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas More Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas More 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 Thomas More Elementary School a religious school?
St Thomas More Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 161
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kane County
- Phone
- (847) 742-3959
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