Mount Carmel High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 618 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,800
Acceptance rate: 96%
Application Deadline: Mar. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Mount Carmel 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	Mount Carmel High School
9	175
10	156
11	120
12	167

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Grade 9 largest at 175 students, with Grade 11 the smallest at 120.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1900

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Student Body

Total Students

618 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

55%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

46 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Mar. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,800

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Tuition Notes

We offer the best cost certain scholarship program in the Chicagoland Area.

% on Financial Aid

75%

Acceptance Rate

96%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Craig Ferguson

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWater Polo

Winter TrackWrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Anime ClubBand

Chess ClubChoir

Drum LineMedia Club

Model UNSADD

Speech TeamStudent Council

Theatre

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Boxing ClubIntramural Sports

School Notes

In proclaming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Church has always recognized the importance of education.
The Carmelite Order shares this mission of the Church to preach Jesus Christ and His Gospel, and bring its own inspiration from the examples of the prophet Elijah and the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Carmelites are committed to a life of prophetic witness to the presence and love of God, and of active service to others.
Mount Carmel High School is committeed to these same goals.
A life of prophetic witness to the presence and love of God for all challenges us to provide an education to students of different academic abilities.
The formation in young men of a deep faith in God that will lead them to a life of active service to others demands that we address the needs of the whole person - spititually, intellectually and physically.
Mount Carmel accepts this challenge by incorporating these ideals into all of its programs and policies.
As we face the challenges of a changing world, our fidelity to our Carmelite heritage will enable us to educate young men of character who will carry that vision and heritage with them as they seek their own vocations in the world.

In proclaming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Church has always recognized the importance of education.
The Carmelite Order shares this mission of the Church to preach Jesus Christ and His Gospel, and bring its own inspiration from the examples of the prophet Elijah and the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Carmelites are committed to a life of prophetic witness to the presence and love of God, and of active service to others.
Mount Carmel High School is committeed to these same goals.
A life of prophetic witness to the presence and love of God for all challenges us to provide an education to students of different academic abilities.
The formation in young men of a deep faith in God that will lead them to a life of active service to others demands that we address the needs of the whole person - spititually, intellectually and physically.
Mount Carmel accepts this challenge by incorporating these ideals into all of its programs and policies.
As we face the challenges of a changing world, our fidelity to our Carmelite heritage will enable us to educate young men of character who will carry that vision and heritage with them as they seek their own vocations in the world.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mount Carmel High School cost?

Mount Carmel High School's tuition is approximately $12,800 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Mount Carmel High School?

The acceptance rate of Mount Carmel High School is 96%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.

What sports does Mount Carmel High School offer?

Mount Carmel High School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. Mount Carmel High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is Mount Carmel High School's ranking?

Mount Carmel High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Mount Carmel High School?

The application deadline for Mount Carmel High School is Mar. 1.

In what neighborhood is Mount Carmel High School located?

Mount Carmel High School is located in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other private schools located in Woodlawn.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 1/3/2021

Mount Carmel has provided my sons (Class of 2021 and Class of 2023) an environment that has challenged them to be the best they can be. I love the diversity of the student body; they teach to young men, and it truly is a brotherhood. Without question, Mount Carmel should be at the top of your list if you have a son!

- Posted by Parent - Tony D

5 12/21/2020

Mount Carmel High School has provided an environment for my son to thrive academically and socially! The staff utilize the best instructional practices to support male adolescent learning and support the young men in their academic development. They have taught my son skills, which will allow him to succeed in learning forever.

- Posted by Parent - Colleen B.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,147 for elementary schools and $21,266 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).