Our Lady of Lourdes is part of a Catholic parish complex consisting of Our Lady of Lourdes Church and School.
The mission of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is to provide a well-rounded education that will foster and facilitate the Catholic development of the whole child.
Our Lady of Lourdes couples Catholic doctrine with high academic standards to instill a sense of responsibility, respect and discipline, thus establishing in each student a strong Catholic attitude of self and service to others.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Lourdes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
260 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Our Lady of Lourdes is part of a Catholic parish complex consisting of Our Lady of Lourdes Church and School. The mission of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is to provide a well-rounded education that will foster and facilitate the Catholic development of the whole child. Our Lady of Lourdes couples Catholic doctrine with high academic standards to instill a sense of responsibility, respect and discipline, thus establishing in each student a strong Catholic attitude of self and service to others.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Our Lady Of Lourdes School often compared to?
Our Lady Of Lourdes School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Patrick School by visitors of our site.
What is Our Lady Of Lourdes School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Lourdes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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