Very Good
#203 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 28% of private schools
Visitation Catholic School
Elementary School
107 S LEXINGTON AVE, Kewanee, IL 61443
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#203 of 716
Shortlisting around Visitation Catholic School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Visitation Catholic School
Elementary School in Kewanee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Irving Elem School
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Central Junior High
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Visitation Catholic School
Visitation Catholic School is a private elementary school in Kewanee, IL. Visitation Catholic School serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Visitation Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, Visitation Catholic 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Visitation Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Visitation Catholic 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 Visitation Catholic School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Kewanee, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Visitation Catholic School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Irving Elem School | 5.4 |
| Central Junior High | 5.5 |
| Central Elem | 4.7 |
| Lyle School | 4.9 |
| Wethersfield Jr/Sr High School | 6.8 |
| Wethersfield Elem School | 5.0 |
| Belle Alexander Elem School | 4.7 |
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
View data sources
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
107 S LEXINGTON AVE, Kewanee, IL 61443
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visitation Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradford Grade School (rated 8.7/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Bradford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Neponset Grade School (rated 8.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Neponset), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cambridge Comm Grade School (rated 7.6/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kewanee, see our Kewanee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Irving Elem School Kewanee | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Central Junior High Kewanee | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Central Elem Kewanee | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Lyle School Kewanee | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Wethersfield Elem School Kewanee | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Wethersfield Jr/Sr High School Kewanee | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Kewanee High School Kewanee | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Belle Alexander Elem School Kewanee | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Galva Jr-Sr High School Galva | 7.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Galva Elem School Galva | 7.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Neponset Grade School Neponset | 8.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Annawan Grade School Annawan | 10.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Annawan High School Annawan | 10.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Stark County Junior High School Toulon | 11.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Stark County High School Toulon | 11.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Stark County Elem Sch Wyoming | 14.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Cambridge Comm Grade School Cambridge | 14.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Cambridge Jr/Sr High School Cambridge | 14.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Bradford Grade School Bradford | 15.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Bradford Jr High School Bradford | 15.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,306
Median Home Value
$75,900
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
13,529
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
43.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allendale Elementary School Allendale, IL | 7.0 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mendota, IL | 7.0 |
| Harding Grade School Earlville, IL | 7.0 |
| Iroquois West Elem Sch/Danforth Danforth, IL | 7.0 |
| LEARN Chtr - 7th Campus Chicago, IL | 7.0 |
| SISTER THEA BOWMAN East Saint Louis, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Visitation Catholic School
What grades does Visitation Catholic School serve?
Visitation Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Visitation Catholic School?
Visitation Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visitation Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Visitation Catholic School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Visitation Catholic School rank in IL?
Visitation Catholic School ranks #203 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Visitation Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Visitation Catholic 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 Visitation Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Visitation Catholic 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 Visitation Catholic School a religious school?
Visitation Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 121
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Henry County
- Phone
- (309) 856-7451
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.