Peru Catholic School
Peru Catholic School provides a community of faith and love in which to guide our students in their spiritual, intellectual, physical, social and emotional growth.
Peru Catholic is dedicated to meeting the needs of each of our students, preparing them for their life, Christian service, and eternal redemption.
We, the faculty and staff of Peru Catholic School, take part in the educational ministry of the Church as we relate all teaching and learning to the Good News of Jesus.
Peru Catholic School is registered with the State of Illinois and meets the curricular educational requirements as set forth by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Students consistently perform above average on the standardized achievement tests.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,200
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Peru Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
239 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Dress code in handbook on website
Dress code in handbook on website
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Peru Catholic School cost?
Peru Catholic School's tuition is approximately $2,200 for private students.
What schools are Peru Catholic School often compared to?
Peru Catholic Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trinity Catholic Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Peru Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Peru Catholic School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
What sports does Peru Catholic School offer?
Peru Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Peru Catholic School?
The application deadline for Peru Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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