Peru Catholic School

Peru Catholic School provides a community of faith and love in which to guide our students in their spiritual, intellectual, physical, social and emotional growth.
Peru Catholic is dedicated to meeting the needs of each of our students, preparing them for their life, Christian service, and eternal redemption.
We, the faculty and staff of Peru Catholic School, take part in the educational ministry of the Church as we relate all teaching and learning to the Good News of Jesus.
Peru Catholic School is registered with the State of Illinois and meets the curricular educational requirements as set forth by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Students consistently perform above average on the standardized achievement tests.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 214 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,200
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Peru Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Peru Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Dress code in handbook on website

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Peru Catholic School cost?
Peru Catholic School's tuition is approximately $2,200 for private students.
What schools are Peru Catholic School often compared to?
Peru Catholic Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trinity Catholic Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Peru Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Peru Catholic School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
What sports does Peru Catholic School offer?
Peru Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Peru Catholic School?
The application deadline for Peru Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 214 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,200
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $8,369 for elementary schools and $13,408 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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