Alphonsus Academy & Center For The Arts
Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts inspires and develops the whole child in an enriching environment combining academic excellence, an arts-integrated curriculum, and a supportive Catholic family.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 581 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,400
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Top Rankings
Alphonsus Academy & Center For The Arts ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1892
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2019
Student Body
Total Students
581 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
52%
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$9,400 for K - 8th. Preschool varies from $10,000 to $12,200 depending on days and times.
Admissions Director
Mary G Bodlak
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
20 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Altar Servers, Art Club, Chess Club, Cub Scouts/Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Homework Club, Lego Club, Little Linguists Spanish/Mandarin, Robotics, Running Club, Story Adventures, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir, Dance Club, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Aikido, Girls on the Run, intramural sports, Yoga
Altar Servers, Art Club, Chess Club, Cub Scouts/Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Homework Club, Lego Club, Little Linguists Spanish/Mandarin, Robotics, Running Club, Story Adventures, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir, Dance Club, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Aikido, Girls on the Run, intramural sports, Yoga
School Notes
Our Vision 2018-2023 is to be the home for families who value:
- Continued academic excellence with a committment to student-centered and personalized learning.
- Consistent integration of the arts into all aspects of the curriculum to deepen learning.
- Growth in Catholic faith formation with an increased emphasis on community and service.
- Cutlure of stewardship that strengthens our school, parish, and neighborhood.
- Diverse opportunities to explore extra-curricular interests in academics, arts, and athletics.
- Highly Qualified Educators
- Social/Emotional Learning
- High School Readiness
- Technology Integration
- Financial Stability
- Campus Facilities
Profile last updated: 03/15/2021
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