Immaculate Conception Grade School

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Immaculate Conception Grade School, the first Catholic school in Elmhurst, was founded in 1900 and currently serves children in grades Pre-K 3 through 8th. As an educational ministry of Immaculate Conception Parish, we partner with parents to prepare students for lives as Catholic leaders. As Christians empowered by the Holy Spirit, we focus on formation through prayer, message, concern, and service to community. We teach students to live a lives that embody these values, are centered in Christ, and strive for their greatest academic potential. They will experience a world around them rich in God's love.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,765
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Immaculate Conception Grade School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1900
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
466 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Immaculate Conception Grade School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes a $1,000 active parishioner discount. Families outside of the parish do not receive this discount.
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Boys ScoutsChess Club
Drama ClubGirl Scouts Of America
High School Admissions Test PrepMath Minds
Safety PatrolScience Club
Student AmbassadorsStudent Council
Student NewsletterTechnology Club
Yearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBand and Choir
Jr. High Dance ClassSpring Musical
Talent Show


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cardio Club

School Notes

  • School Motto: A Tradition of Faith, Family, & Academic Excellence
  • At Immaculate Conception Grade School, our commitment to excellence does not waver. We understand the importance of setting high expectations and have resources in place (Math Specialists, Reading Specialist, classroom differentiation, classroom aides, social worker) to provide additional challenge or additional assistance to those students who might be in need of it. Again and again, we hear from high school administrators how well prepared our students are. Our curriculum is aligned with both the Diocese of Joliet and the State of Illinois learning standards. Additionally we have been accredited by AdvancED, the world's largest accrediting agency.
  • At ICGS we recognize our responsibility to provide our students with a strong Catholic faith formation and varied opportunities for worship, prayer, and service. As our students grow, we see their faith blossom and compel them to be people of action. Consequently, our students will go out and make the world a better place.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Immaculate Conception Grade School cost?
Immaculate Conception Grade School's tuition is approximately $5,765 for private students.
What schools are Immaculate Conception Grade School often compared to?
Immaculate Conception Grade School is often viewed alongside schools like Visitation School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Immaculate Conception Grade School?
The acceptance rate of Immaculate Conception Grade School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Immaculate Conception Grade School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Immaculate Conception Grade School offer?
Immaculate Conception Grade School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Immaculate Conception Grade School's ranking?
Immaculate Conception Grade School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Immaculate Conception Grade School?
The application deadline for Immaculate Conception Grade School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
Choosing ICGS for our daughters education was the best decision we have made as a family. The teachers and administration is top notch. My child has learned respect, compassion, faith, leadership along with an excellent education. IC is a family that we are proud to be part of.
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5  
ICGS was the best investment we have ever made. Along with excellent academics, our 3 children received an excellent faith foundation with an emphasis on Catholic leadership. They left the school with a solid sense of confidence along with a sense of their responsibility to make our world a better place. Each of them were well prepared in self-discipline and time management. As a result they have excelled in high school in the classroom, in athletics, and in extracurricular activities. This foundation was instrumental in providing them with excellent choices for college. We can't recommend this school highly enough.
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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,765
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Dupage County, IL is $10,764 for elementary schools and $16,715 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Dupage County, IL is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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