Annunciation Of The Bvm School
Annunciation BVM Catholic Elementary School is a PreK-8th grade elementary school.
At Annunciation, we strive to provide our students with an exceptional experience which will serve as a foundation for their continued education and future careers.
Through the Tradition of Excellence, we will continue to graduate exceptional children who will go on to achieve high levels of success in their personal and professional lives.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Annunciation Of The Bvm School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1875
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
233 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform skirts and jumpers for girls, blue pants and blue polos for boys
Uniform skirts and jumpers for girls, blue pants and blue polos for boys
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Scouts, Student Council, Tech Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
Scouts, Student Council, Tech Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir
School Notes
- Proven well-rounded curriculum of core academics
- 99% of students go on to Catholic High Schools
- State of the art computer facilities/instruction PreK-8th grade
- Illinois State Board of Education Recognition
- Well established active parent/student involvement
- Extra-curricular opportunities: sports, scouts, band, cheerleading, tech-team
- Extensive community service
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Annunciation Of The Bvm School offer?
Annunciation Of The Bvm School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Annunciation Of The Bvm School's ranking?
Annunciation Of The Bvm School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Annunciation Of The Bvm School?
The application deadline for Annunciation Of The Bvm School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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