St. Athanasius School vs. The Academy at St. Joan of Arc
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School Overview
Top Rankings
St. Athanasius School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Advanced Degrees
Student Body
The Academy at St. Joan of Arc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Sports offered
Overview
St. Athanasius School is an elementary school committed to the Roman Catholic tradition, academic excellence and student enrichment.
At St. Athanasius, each child is recognized as a unique individual with particular strengths, abilities and interests.
We believe children learn best in a caring environment where individual learning styles are accommodated and children are encouraged to develop to their fullest potential.
St. Athanasius School is a Catholic community challenging students to academic excellence, developing their unique talents and gifts, and inspiring them to become community leaders in imitation of Christ. Our strong academic program also recognizes the uniqueness of each of our children, while setting high standards of excellence.
We believe that children learn best in a caring environment where they are encouraged to develop to their fullest potential, and every effort is made to accommodate individual learning styles.
In 2012 and 2019, St. Athanasius School was named a Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School..
The Academy at St. Joan of Arc provides a premier preschool through 8th-grade experience where students thrive academically and socially.
Our small school environment offers high-quality, values-based education in a safe space at an accessible tuition rate.
The Academy offers families an educational community steeped in the beautiful traditions of the Catholic faith with all the advantages of a 21st-century academically rigorous experience.
Our outstanding teachers emphasize critical thinking and problem-solving and focus on fostering curiosity and a love for learning across all ages.
We believe that we`re advancing what`s possible in Catholic education by combining inspired, new leadership, top-notch educational resources, and the wonderful traditions of our vibrant community.
The Academy enthusiastically welcomes students of all faiths, and we invite you to learn more about us here and contact us to arrange a visit.
Grades Offered
PK-8
NS-8
Blue Ribbon School
Yes, selected in 2012-2019
Yes, selected in 2018
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
n/a
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, Mild Learning Differences
The Academy has two Learning Specialist and a Socila Worker on staff to provide a wide variety of support.
Year Founded
1923
2019
Students Body
Total Students
250 students
242 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
9%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
18
Pre-K Students
22
18
Kindergarten Students
20
20
Grade 1 Students
21
18
Grade 2 Students
24
18
Grade 3 Students
23
16
Grade 4 Students
27
24
Grade 5 Students
22
24
Grade 6 Students
33
26
Grade 7 Students
39
26
Grade 8 Students
19
34
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
33 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
80%
71%
Average Class Size
19
18
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
7:1
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Formal
(Boys and girls wear khaki pants or shorts with logo collared shirts. Girls plaid skirts/jumpers and logo collared shirts. )
(Boys and girls wear khaki pants or shorts with logo collared shirts. Girls plaid skirts/jumpers and logo collared shirts. )
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Apr. 1 / Jul. 15 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$8,240
$9,255
Tuition Notes
parish member rate is 7285
Tuition Assistance available
% on Financial Aid
10%
31%
Acceptance Rate
90%
95%
Admissions Director
Judy Berg
Caroline Kennedy
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7
8
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
4
9
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
bandchess
choirscouts
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Chess ScholarsLet's Build It
Let's Code ItMartial Arts
StickyFingersYoga
Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirMudlark Theater Classes
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Intramural Basketball