Our Lady Of The Wayside School
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(847) 255-0050
Our Lady of the Wayside School is dedicated to enriching our students` minds, fostering a deep and meaningful faith in each child, and expanding their talents.
Our Lady Of The Wayside School was awarded the National Blue Ribon twice - most recently in 2015.
Our curriculum provides proficiency in basic skills, an appreciation for the pursuit of excellence, and preparation to meet the challenges of the world. Service projects occur in every grade level to follow the values of a Catholic education.
We offer a variety of preschool programs (3 and 4 year olds) including full and half day options.
We also offer full and half day kindergarten options.
Extended day care is available before and after school starting at 7:15 and ending at 6:00.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 392 students
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | resource help for reading and mild learning differences; speech help |
| Year Founded | 1954 |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1997, 2015 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 392 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 6% State avg.: 31% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 22 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 18:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 17 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (there is a uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition varies based on students per family. We do have a scholarship fund. |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 5 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field, VolleyballBasketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 6 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Robotics (6th-8th grade), Scholastic Bowl Team (7th/8th), Student Council (6th-8th), Yearbook (8th) Arts and Music Programs: Believers - Middle School Choir, Musical Theater |
School Notes
- Our Lady of the Wayside School is dedicated to enriching our students` minds, fostering a deep and meaningful faith in each child, and expanding their talents.
- Our Lady Of The Wayside School provides a vital Catholic Christian environment where students are motivated to attain their fullest academic, physical, and spiritual potential, where Christian values, mutual trust, and respect permeate all programs and activities, and where each individual is encouraged to live and to share the Gospel message of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our curriculum provides proficiency in basic skills, an appreciation for the pursuit of excellence, and preparation to meet the challenges of the world. We offer a variety of preschool programs (3 and 4 year olds) including full and half day options. We also offer full and half day kindergarten options. We can accomodate a range of students and offer extra resource help if needed. Extended day care is available before and after school starting at 7:15 and ending at 6:00.
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