Providence St. Mel School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Providence St. Mel School is a private, coeducational Preschool-12th Grade school in East Garfield Park, Chicago, Illinois.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 317 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,500
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Providence St. Mel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Providence St. Mel School
Pre-K	24
Kind	24
1	18
2	18
3	25
4	20
5	25
6	13
7	21
8	25
9	36
10	23
11	33
12	12

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Year Founded

1969

Colors

Purple, Gold

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Student Body

Total Students

317 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,500

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Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Mascot: Knights

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Oprah Winfrey - Emmy Award-winning talk show host and philanthropist -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Providence St. Mel School cost?

Providence St. Mel School's tuition is approximately $9,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Providence St. Mel School?

The acceptance rate of Providence St. Mel School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

Who are famous alumni from Providence St. Mel School?

Providence St. Mel School famous alumni include: Oprah Winfrey - Emmy Award-winning talk show host and philanthropist.

What is Providence St. Mel School's ranking?

Providence St. Mel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Providence St. Mel School?

The application deadline for Providence St. Mel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Providence St. Mel School located?

Providence St. Mel School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other private schools located in Garfield Park.

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,709 for elementary schools and $19,173 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).