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Marist High School in Chicago, IL, serves co–ed students in grades 9 through 12 with a total enrollment of 1,780 in a large city community.
Founded in 1963, this Catholic high school is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association and is located in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 with 113 teachers supporting academic programs for a diverse student body, including 17.42% students of color.
Annual tuition at Marist High School is $14,999, with an application deadline of December 7, 2024.
Marist ranks among the top 20% of private high schools in Illinois for student body size and number of sports offered.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,780 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $14,999
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 7
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Black, Red
Campus Size
55 acres (22 ha)

Student Body

Total Students
1,780 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Marist High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 7
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Marist offers Financial Aid and Scholarships
Admissions Director
Kelsey Callahan
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubMath Team
Service ClubStudent Council


Arts and Music Programs:
Theater


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Sports

School Notes

  • School Motto: Making Jesus Christ known and loved.
  • School Mascot: Redhawks
  • All Catholic High Schools in the Archdiocese of Chicago give the High School Placement Test (HSPT) on Saturday, December 7th.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Marist High School cost?
Marist High School's tuition is approximately $14,999 for private students.
What sports does Marist High School offer?
Marist High School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, E-sports, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Marist High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
What is Marist High School's ranking?
Marist High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Marist High School?
The application deadline for Marist High School is Dec. 7.
In what neighborhood is Marist High School located?
Marist High School is located in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other private schools located in Mount Greenwood.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,780 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $14,999
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 7
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,798 for elementary schools and $19,279 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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