Very Good
#188 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 26% of private schools
Trinity Catholic Academy
Elementary School
650 4TH ST, La Salle, IL 61301
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#188 of 716
In La Salle
#1 of 2
public schools
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Trinity Catholic Academy
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About Trinity Catholic Academy
Trinity Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in La Salle, IL. Trinity Catholic Academy serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #188 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Trinity Catholic Academy 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.
Trinity Catholic Academy 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 Trinity Catholic Academy compares to the 4 public schools in La Salle, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in La Salle
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Trinity Catholic Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| La Salle-Peru Twp High School | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Jr High School | 3.3 |
| Northwest Elem School | 3.6 |
| Dimmick Comm Cons SD 175 | 8.2 |
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.
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
650 4TH ST, La Salle, IL 61301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northview Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Peru), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dimmick Comm Cons SD 175 (rated 8.2/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Putnam Co Primary Sch (rated 7.7/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Granville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in La Salle, see our La Salle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIGHTED WAY ASSOCIATION La Salle | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| La Salle-Peru Twp High School La Salle | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Jr High School La Salle | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Northwest Elem School La Salle | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Northview Elem School Peru | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| PERU CATHOLIC SCHOOL Peru | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Elem School Oglesby | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Parkside Middle School Peru | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oglesby | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Washington Elem School Oglesby | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ST BEDE ACADEMY Peru | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Dalzell Grade School Dalzell | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Dimmick Comm Cons SD 175 La Salle | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Waltham Elementary School Utica | 4.8 mi | 6.9 |
| John F Kennedy Elem School Spring Valley | 5.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Hall High School Spring Valley | 6.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Tonica Grade School Tonica | 8.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Ladd Comm Cons Sch Ladd | 7.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Putnam County High School Granville | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Putnam Co Primary Sch Granville | 7.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,260
Median Home Value
$117,800
Median Rent
$1,010/mo
Population
10,312
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
41.2
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|---|---|
| Bethel Grade School Mount Vernon, IL | 7.1 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodstock, IL | 7.1 |
| Centennial School El Paso, IL | 7.1 |
| MIDWESTERN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 7.1 |
| Marine Elem School Marine, IL | 7.1 |
| N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Aurora, IL | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trinity Catholic Academy
What grades does Trinity Catholic Academy serve?
Trinity Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Trinity Catholic Academy?
Trinity Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Catholic Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Trinity Catholic Academy rank in IL?
Trinity Catholic Academy ranks #188 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Trinity Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Trinity Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, Trinity Catholic Academy 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 Trinity Catholic Academy a religious school?
Trinity Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- LaSalle County
- Phone
- (815) 223-8523
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