St Bede Academy
School Notes Overview:
St. Bede Academy has been providing quality Catholic education in North Central Illinois for over 116 years. While we pride ourselves in our rich history and tradition, we understand the ever-changing needs of students today. Our goal is to provide students with an education that will not only develop their minds, but also strengthen their character preparing them for life's challenges. The academic environment at St. Bede encourages students to excel, both in and outside of the classroom. We commit to having graduates leave the Academy ready, both spiritually and academically, for life in the real world....
School Overview:
St Bede Academy |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| County | La Salle County, IL | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 277 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 5% | 31% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 9 - 74 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 73 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 52 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 78 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 21 teachers | |
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:13 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 176 days | 178 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- St. Bede Academy has been providing quality Catholic education in North Central Illinois for over 116 years. While we pride ourselves in our rich history and tradition, we understand the ever-changing needs of students today. Our goal is to provide students with an education that will not only develop their minds, but also strengthen their character preparing them for life's challenges. The academic environment at St. Bede encourages students to excel, both in and outside of the classroom. We commit to having graduates leave the Academy ready, both spiritually and academically, for life in the real world.
- Profile last updated: 01/21/2009
In the News:
- St. Bede alum second in NL rookie balloting (Peoria Journal Star)
posted on November 17, 2009 at 03:19:16 am
J.A. Happ received votes from everybody for National League Rookie of the Year, but he didn’t necessarily receive enough first-place ones. Florida leadoff hitter Chris Coghlan edged Happ, a Philadelphia pitcher and native of St. Bede Academy in Peru, for the NL honor in results released Monday. Oakland closer Andrew Bailey was American League Rookie of the Year. Happ was the only player picked ... - Happ edged out for NL Rookie of Year honor (Peoria Journal Star)
posted on November 16, 2009 at 07:20:00 pm
Florida Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan is the National League Rookie of the Year, and Oakland Athletics closer Andrew Bailey is the AL winner. - Phil Rogers: Happ happy for any role in Phillies success (Chicago Tribune)
posted on October 31, 2009 at 02:49:36 am
Starting or relieving, he believes he can do the job PHILADELPHIA -- J.A. Happ has one World Series ring. He could qualify for another next week but hopes this one will be the result of his getting some important outs along the way. - Illinois Valley natives back in the World Series (Bureau County Republican)
posted on October 27, 2009 at 01:04:56 am
PHILADELPHIA — The 2009 World Series will be a meeting between the City of Brotherly Love and the Big Apple. For J.A. Happ, Chad Durbin and the Philadelphia Phillies it means a return to the Fall Classic. - Soccer (Bureau County Republican)
posted on October 22, 2009 at 02:19:43 am
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (61354) | School Zip (61354) |
(IL) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 10,647 people | 12,415,876 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 26% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 41 years old | 34 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.3 persons | 2.6 persons |
| Median Household Income | $38,080 | $48,019 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.3 rooms | 5.3 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 57 years old | 50 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (61354) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 75% / 25% | 61% / 39% |
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