St. Ferdinand Parish School vs. St. Francis Borgia School
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School Overview
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Overview
Saint Ferdinand School is a Pre K-3 through 8th grade educational institution on the northwest side of Chicago.
We believe that a Catholic education promotes the spiritual, moral, social and academic growth of each child.Saint Ferdinand School recognizes the need to adapt to an ever changing world; constantly updating educational strategies, technology and infusing Common Core curriculum to offer tools that will help students maximize their potential.Our vision of a St.
Ferdinand student is someone who exhibits self-esteem, understands and lives Christian values, and sets realistic goals.
The students will respect themselves and others. In order to realize their potential, our graduates will strive for knowledge and skills through the use and development of critical thinking and decision-making.
Students will value learning as an ongoing life experience and will take responsibility for others using their talents to address concerns in the community.We offer many enrichment activities to serve the whole child.
After school clubs, choir, altar serving, and athletic teams are just a few.
St. Francis Borgia School is a community of staff, students, and parents devoted to the spiritual and academic education of its children.
As an integral part of its parish, St. Francis Borgia School continues the Church's mandate to fulfill the mission of Christ with opportunities for prayer, worship, and service that are rooted in Gospel teachings and Catholic sacramental and moral traditions.
While providing for academic excellence, we empower our children to become active and responsible citizens who will make a difference in the world.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Learning Programs Supported
Title One Services
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Year Founded
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1952
Students Body
Total Students
254 students
158 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
68%
33%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
18
20
Kindergarten Students
20
13
Grade 1 Students
17
16
Grade 2 Students
16
21
Grade 3 Students
19
7
Grade 4 Students
21
19
Grade 5 Students
59
15
Grade 6 Students
16
15
Grade 7 Students
16
21
Grade 8 Students
52
11
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
12 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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35%
Average Class Size
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17
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:25
1:13
Classroom Dress Code
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Formal
(Uniformnavy slacks,khaki polo, plaid skirt, school sweatshirt, school gym clothes, solid color dress shoes and gym shoes)
(Uniformnavy slacks,khaki polo, plaid skirt, school sweatshirt, school gym clothes, solid color dress shoes and gym shoes)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$6,362
Tuition Notes
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Preschool tuition based on 5 days and full/half days
Admissions Director
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Erick Passarelli
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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3
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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10
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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8th grade play, all school Christmas pageant, Altar Servers, choir, cooking club, drama club, Jr. Beta club, Osmo Club, Soccer Club, Tiny Dancers