Marist High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

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 (26-27)

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

School Rankings

Marist 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	Marist High School
9	438
10	450
11	443
12	449

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Year Founded

1963

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School Motto

Making Jesus Christ known and loved.

Student Body

Total Students

1,780 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

113 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 7

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,999

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Tuition Notes

Marist offers Financial Aid and Scholarships

Admissions Director

Kelsey Callahan

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

WeightliftingWrestling

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Colors

White, Black, Red

School Mascot

Redhawks

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

All Catholic High Schools in the Archdiocese of Chicago give the High School Placement Test (HSPT) on Saturday, December 7th.

Source: Verified school update

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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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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).