Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Mother Teresa Catholic Academy
About the School
- 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 (NAEYC).
- The student:teacher of Mother Teresa Catholic Academy is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Mother Teresa Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
165 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
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.
What is Mother Teresa Catholic Academy's ranking?
Mother Teresa Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
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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