ENGAGED IN FAITH + ACADEMICS + COMMUNITY Pope Francis Global Academy is a regional Catholic Pre-K through 8th grade elementary school on Chicago`s northwest side in the Portage Park neighborhood. As a dynamic and diverse community, driven by our shared Catholic faith and values, Pope Francis Global Academy engages all students, faculty, and parents in a calling to the common goal of fostering the spirituality, academic achievement, and commitment to service within each student. Our graduates go on to some of the best Catholic and public high schools in the Chicagoland area.
Resource/SPED teacher onsite to work with students with various mild to moderate learning differences. A review of IEP or 504 plans will help us determine if we are a good fit for your student.
Casual Uniform of black chinos and a maroon or grey polo with the school logo for boys or girls. Girls also have the option of a plaid jumper with polo shirt.
K-8 tuition is $6,225 with second, third and fourth child discounts. Pre-K tuition for 5 full days is $6,475. See website for 3 additional Pre-K options and family discounts.
Summer Program Cost
$645
Summer Program Cost Notes
First child summer camp tuition for each 4-week session is $600, plus a $45 registration fee. Second child is $350 plus $45 registration.
Club or Organization: Altar Servers, Boy Scouts/Cub Scouts, Broadcaster Club, Chess, Engineering Club, Girl Scouts/Daisies/Brownies/Juniors/Cadettes, Rainbows, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs: Band Program, Choir, Cooking Class, Musical Theater
Recreational Athletic Programs: bitty basketball, bitty soccer, Martial arts class
School Notes
ENGAGED IN FAITH + ACADEMICS + COMMUNITY
Pope Francis Global Academy is a regional Catholic Pre-K
through 8th grade elementary school on Chicago`s northwest
side in the Portage Park neighborhood.
As a dynamic and diverse community, driven by our shared
Catholic faith and values, Pope Francis Global Academy engages all
students, faculty, and parents in a calling to the common goal of
fostering the spirituality, academic achievement, and sense of
service within each student.
Our graduates go on to some of the best Catholic and public
high schools in the Chicagoland area.
From early on, POPE FRANCIS GLOBAL ACADEMY students are engaged
in all aspects of their learning. Pre-K3 through 8th grade students
take an active role in discussions and explorations, asking
questions and probing for answers.
Join us for a tour to see student engagement in action!
Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic School focused on Faith,
Academics, and Service
Extended Day Program from 6:30-8am and again from 3-6pm
Unified Pre-K with 2 part time options and 2 full time options
available
Strong academics including Eureka Math, Schoolwide ELA,
Spanish, Music, Art, and PE
Fully integrated technology at all levels including Chromebooks
and iPads
Multiple extracurriculars, clubs, and sports teams at various
grade levels
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Quick Stats (2023)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 206 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,225
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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Did You Know?
The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $10,095 for elementary schools and $18,012 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
