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#242 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 34% of private schools
St Walter St Benedict Elementary School
Elementary School
2324 NEW ST, Blue Island, IL 60406
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#242 of 716
In Blue Island
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Walter St Benedict Elementary School
Elementary School in Blue Island · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Walter St Benedict Elementary School
St Walter St Benedict Elementary School is a private elementary school in Blue Island, IL. St Walter St Benedict Elementary School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Walter St Benedict Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #242 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Walter St Benedict 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 Walter St Benedict Elementary School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Blue Island, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Walter St Benedict Elementary School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Whittier Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Everett F Kerr Middle School | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School | 7.3 |
| Paul Revere Primary School | 5.7 |
| Paul Revere Intermediate School | 4.8 |
| Veterans Memorial Middle Sch | 6.2 |
| Horace Mann School | 5.9 |
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
2324 NEW ST, Blue Island, IL 60406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Walter St Benedict Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Burr Oak Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Calumet Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gordon School (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Posen), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Blue Island, see our Blue Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whittier Elementary School Blue Island | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Everett F Kerr Middle School Blue Island | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School Blue Island | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Paul Revere Primary School Blue Island | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Paul Revere Intermediate School Blue Island | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Veterans Memorial Middle Sch Blue Island | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ALTERNATIVE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Blue Island | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| DD Eisenhower High Sch (Campus) Blue Island | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Horace Mann School Blue Island | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Calumet Elem School Calumet Park | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Gordon School Posen | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Burr Oak Elem School Calumet Park | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ST WALTER SCHOOL Chicago | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Burr Oak Academy Calumet Park | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MARIAH'S LEARNING CENTER Riverdale | 1.3 mi | — |
| George Washington Elementary Sch Alsip | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 1.8 mi | — |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 1.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elem School Dixmoor | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Meadow Lane School Merrionette Park | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,502
Median Home Value
$166,000
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
24,887
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Walter St Benedict Elementary School
What grades does St Walter St Benedict Elementary School serve?
St Walter St Benedict Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Walter St Benedict Elementary School?
St Walter St Benedict Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Walter St Benedict Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Walter St Benedict Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Walter St Benedict Elementary School rank in IL?
St Walter St Benedict Elementary School ranks #242 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Walter St Benedict Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Walter St Benedict Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Walter St Benedict Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Walter St Benedict 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 Walter St Benedict Elementary School a religious school?
St Walter St Benedict Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 385-2016
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