Excellent
#46 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 6% of private schools
St Thomas the Apostle School
Elementary School
4229 N MONROE AVE, Peoria Heights, IL 61616
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#46 of 716
In Peoria Heights
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Thomas the Apostle School
Elementary School in Peoria Heights · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Thomas the Apostle School
St Thomas the Apostle School is a private elementary school in Peoria Heights, IL. St Thomas the Apostle School serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, St Thomas the Apostle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Thomas the Apostle 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 the Apostle School compares to the 2 public schools in Peoria Heights, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Peoria Heights
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas the Apostle School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Peoria Heights High School | 7.3 |
| Peoria Heights Grade School | 3.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
4229 N MONROE AVE, Peoria Heights, IL 61616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas the Apostle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kellar Primary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Peoria), with a comparable rating. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PEORIA (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST VINCENT DE PAUL (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Peoria), a more accessible option. For more schools in Peoria Heights, see our Peoria Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MONROE Peoria Heights | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Peoria Heights High School Peoria Heights | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PEORIA Peoria Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Peoria Heights Grade School Peoria Heights | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Peoria | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Reservoir Gifted School Peoria | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Von Steuben Middle School Peoria | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Hines Primary School Peoria | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr Peoria | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School Peoria | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Peoria | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln School Peoria | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Kellar Primary School Peoria | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PEORIA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Peoria | 2.0 mi | — |
| Liberty Leadership Middle School Peoria | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Peoria High School Peoria | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Quest Charter School Academy Peoria | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL Peoria | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Richwoods High School Peoria | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| KIEFER SCHOOL Peoria | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,083
Median Home Value
$118,000
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
5,834
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
39.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Algonquin Road Elem School Fox River Grove, IL | 8.1 |
| Durand Elem School Durand, IL | 8.1 |
| Fabyan Elementary School Geneva, IL | 8.1 |
| LEARN 10 Charter School North Chicago, IL | 8.1 |
| Monroe Elem School Bartonville, IL | 8.1 |
| North Elem School Franklin Park, IL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas the Apostle School
What grades does St Thomas the Apostle School serve?
St Thomas the Apostle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas the Apostle School?
St Thomas the Apostle School has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas the Apostle School rank in IL?
St Thomas the Apostle School ranks #46 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Thomas the Apostle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas the Apostle School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas the Apostle 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 the Apostle School a religious school?
St Thomas the Apostle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 227
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Peoria County
- Phone
- (309) 685-2533
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