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 Stats (2025)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Campus Size
37
School Motto
Sharing life with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
School Mascot
Wild Bears
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
- 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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