St. Joseph Continuation School

St. Joseph School, the parish school of St. Joseph Church, has been serving Catholics and non-Catholics of the Round Lake area since 1952.
We offer a quality Catholic pre-school through grade eight program which is Christ-centered and family-centered.
Our principal and teachers are state certified educational professionals. We are proud to be an Archdiocese of Chicago certified and a State of Illinois recognized school.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 181 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,040
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Joseph Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Slow learners; LD resource
Year Founded
1952

Student Body

Total Students
181 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph Continuation School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
23 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform purchased

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based on parishioner status and on number of children in a family attending.PK is spearate.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Jeanne Petkus

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Student Council
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph Continuation School cost?
St. Joseph Continuation School's tuition is approximately $3,040 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph Continuation School?
The acceptance rate of St. Joseph Continuation School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
What sports does St. Joseph Continuation School offer?
St. Joseph Continuation School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Continuation School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 181 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,040
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Lake County, IL is $10,471 for elementary schools and $21,754 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lake County, IL is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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