Nazareth Academy is a private, Catholic, coeducational college preparatory high school dedicated to living Jesus' mission of unity and committed to educating the whole person.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,775
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Nazareth Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1900
Student Body
Total Students
740 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,775
Admissions Director
Sr. Terry Middendorf
Sports
Total Sports Offered
16 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
30 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Anime Club, Art Club, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Class Boards, Debate Team, FISH (Friends in Service and Hospitality), Freddie Fanatics, Glee Club, Health Careers Club, Hodgkins Tutoring, Language Honor Societies, Math Club, Model UN, National English Honor Society, National Honor Society, Newspaper: The Announcer, Ping Pong Club, Roadrunner Club, Science and Engineering Club, Service Team, SMILE, Snowball, Spanish Club, Student Council, Technology Club, Yearbook: Alexine, Youth Initiative
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama, Drama: Fall and Spring Musical
Anime Club, Art Club, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Class Boards, Debate Team, FISH (Friends in Service and Hospitality), Freddie Fanatics, Glee Club, Health Careers Club, Hodgkins Tutoring, Language Honor Societies, Math Club, Model UN, National English Honor Society, National Honor Society, Newspaper: The Announcer, Ping Pong Club, Roadrunner Club, Science and Engineering Club, Service Team, SMILE, Snowball, Spanish Club, Student Council, Technology Club, Yearbook: Alexine, Youth Initiative
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama, Drama: Fall and Spring Musical
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Nazareth Academy cost?
Nazareth Academy's tuition is approximately $12,775 for private students.
What sports does Nazareth Academy offer?
Nazareth Academy offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Nazareth Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
What is Nazareth Academy's ranking?
Nazareth Academy 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 Nazareth Academy?
The application deadline for Nazareth Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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