Mother Teresa Catholic Academy serves 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The student:teacher of Mother Teresa Catholic Academy is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
165 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Fr. Luke Krzanowski, Ordained 1987 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mother Teresa Catholic Academy often compared to?
Mother Teresa Catholic Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Illinois Lutheran Elementary School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Mother Teresa Catholic Academy?
Mother Teresa Catholic Academy famous alumni include: Fr. Luke Krzanowski, Ordained 1987.
When is the application deadline for Mother Teresa Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Mother Teresa Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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