Leo Catholic High School
Tel:
(773)224-9600
- 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.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 142 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,500
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Mar. 30 / rolling
Top Placements
Leo Catholic High School places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Highest percentage of students of color
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Sports offered Most sports offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Basic IEP support |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 142 students |
| Student Body Type | All-boys |
| % Students of Color | 99% State avg.: 30% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 13 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 11:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 75% |
| Average Class Size | 17 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Average ACT score | 19 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Shirt/ tie and khaki pants) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 1 / Mar. 30 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,500 |
| 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 |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 15 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Paddle Tennis, Soccer, Track and Field, Weightlifting, Winter Track, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Paddle Tennis, Soccer, Track and Field, Weightlifting, Winter Track, Wrestling |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 7 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Book Club, Chess Club, Debate Team, Fellowship of Student/Athletes, National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Yearbook Clu |
School Notes
- Leo High School is looking for outstanding young men that are determine to reach their fullest potiential in the classroom and in their personal growth.
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