Misericordia South serves 18 students in grades Prekindergarten-12. The student:teacher of Misericordia South is 9:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Misericordia South ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
Campus Size
37 acres
Student Body
Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Sharing life with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- School Mascot: Wild Bears
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sister Rosemary Connelly, RSM - Executive Director at Misericordia for over 50 years -
- Fr. Jack Clair - President/Executive Director of Misericordia Home -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Misericordia South?
Misericordia South famous alumni include: Sister Rosemary Connelly, RSM - Executive Director at Misericordia for over 50 years and Fr. Jack Clair - President/Executive Director of Misericordia Home.
When is the application deadline for Misericordia South?
The application deadline for Misericordia South is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Misericordia South located?
Misericordia South is located in the Brighton Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in Brighton Park.
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