Children Of Peace
Located in the heart of the Illinois Medical District and University of Illinois at Chicago campus, Children of Peace Catholic School develops students that brings God's peace to their community.
Our small class sizes allow our teachers to foster strong relationships with our students.
Our community extends beyondthe classroom. Partnerships with groups such as UIC, Big Shoulders Fund, Notre Dame Parish and Rush Medical Center help to create a mosaic that reflects the vitality of the city.
At Children of Peace, we believe in providing outstanding education for the whole child: mind, spirit and body.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,050
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Children Of Peace ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Deaf/Hard of Hearing
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
90%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Traditional K-8: $5,050
Traditional Preschool: $5,150
Montessori: $6, 800
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
School Notes
- Programs
- Children of Peace serves students from Preschool through 8th grade in traditional and deaf/hard of hearing classrooms (Holy Trinity School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing), and preschool through Level Two Montessori classrooms. Our diverse classrooms have a 15:1 student to teacher ratio.
- Unique Learning
- American Sign Language is taught from preschool through 8th grade in all three programs. Science classes are taught in the science lab donated by Rush Medical Center for grades 6th-8th. Our graduates are accepted into the top Catholic and CPS Selective Enrollment high schools. Schools include St. Ignatius, Holy Trinity High School, Whitney Young High School, and Jones College Prep.
- Faith Based Community
- Our school welcomes students from all faiths and backgrounds, providing the space to learn from each other's experiences. Daily prayer andreligious classes as well as a weekly prayer service is part of the curriculum. Students also have the opportunity to receive the Sacraments of First Communion, Reconciliation and Confirmation.
- Our Day
- Classes meet from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday through Friday. Before and after school care options are available from6:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Children Of Peace cost?
Children Of Peace's tuition is approximately $5,050 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Children Of Peace?
The acceptance rate of Children Of Peace is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
What is Children Of Peace's ranking?
Children Of Peace ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Children Of Peace?
The application deadline for Children Of Peace is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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