Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 743 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School
Pre-K	80
Kind	51
1	41
2	46
3	40
4	51
6	67
7	49
9	80
10	82
11	70
12	86

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Year Founded

1922

Colors

White, Green

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Campus Size

50 acres

Student Body

Total Students

743 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

38 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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Acceptance Rate

25%

National avg.: 82%

Endowment Size

$50 million

School Notes

Bishop McNamara High School exists primarily to serve the Catholic Christian community of the Kankakee area, while welcoming students of all faiths.
A strong sense of community based on Christian love, care, concern, and sacrifice, unites students, parents, alumni, faculty, and administrators.
Through a synthesis of faith, culture and life, students are challenged and empowered to commit themselves to sharing the Good News.

School Motto: Truth and Honor
School Mascot: Wild Boars

Bishop McNamara High School exists primarily to serve the Catholic Christian community of the Kankakee area, while welcoming students of all faiths.
A strong sense of community based on Christian love, care, concern, and sacrifice, unites students, parents, alumni, faculty, and administrators.
Through a synthesis of faith, culture and life, students are challenged and empowered to commit themselves to sharing the Good News.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate, 1990 -
- Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner, 1995 -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School cost?

Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

What schools are Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School often compared to?

Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Christian Academy, Kankakee Trinity Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School?

Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate, 1990 and Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner, 1995.

What is Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School's ranking?

Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Illinois is $10,932 for elementary schools and $15,812 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).