Leo Catholic High School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 207 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,500
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Mar. 30 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Leo Catholic High School
9	63
10	49
11	57
12	38

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Basic IEP support

Year Founded

1926

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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School Motto

Facta Non Verba—Deeds Not Words

Student Body

Total Students

207 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

17 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Shirt/ tie and khaki pants

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 1 / Mar. 30 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuiton is $7,500.00 yearly and finanical assistance is provided to families that apply.

% on Financial Aid

80%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Mr. Michael Holmes

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingBoxing

Cross CountryFlag Football

FootballFreestyle Skiing

GolfPaddle Tennis

SoccerTrack and Field

WeightliftingWinter Track

Wrestling

Colors

Black, Orange

School Mascot

Leo The Lion

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Book ClubChess Club

Debate TeamFellowship of Student/Athletes

National Honor SocietySpanish Club

Yearbook Club

School Notes

Leo High School's mission is to expand its ability to provide a high school and college preparatory education to young men and to prepare them for the 21st Century.
Leo High School's educational program is directed towards the growth of the whole person--a synthesis of faith, life, and culture through a Catholic faith community in which each human being is seen as created in God's image.

Leo High School is looking foroutstanding young men that are determine to reach their fullest potiential inthe classroom andin their personal growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Leo Catholic High School cost?

Leo Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $7,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Leo Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Leo Catholic High School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.

What sports does Leo Catholic High School offer?

Leo Catholic High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Paddle Tennis, Soccer, Track and Field, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Leo Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Leo Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Leo Catholic High School is Dec. 1 / Mar. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 / Mar. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Leo Catholic High School located?

Leo Catholic High School is located in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other private schools located in Auburn Gresham.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $12,873 for elementary schools and $18,675 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).