Schlarman Academy is a private, Roman Catholic academy composed of two campuses.
Previously, the Vermilion County Catholic grade schools included: Holy Family, St.
Mary’s, and St. Paul’s. In July 2011, these schools consolidated with Schlarman High School to form what is now known as Schlarman Academy.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,494
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Schlarman Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
AP Courses
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1945
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
334 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hilltoppers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Schlarman Academy cost?
Schlarman Academy's tuition is approximately $4,494 for private students.
What schools are Schlarman Academy often compared to?
Schlarman Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Danville Christian Academy, First Baptist Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Schlarman Academy?
The acceptance rate of Schlarman Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What is Schlarman Academy's ranking?
Schlarman Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Schlarman Academy?
The application deadline for Schlarman Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Schlarman Academy is First Baptist Christian School (1.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
First Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
1211 N Vermilion St
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 442-2434
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 442-2434
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 201 students
Danville Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
428 N Walnut St
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 442-1579
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 442-1579
2 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 56 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Montessori School (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
824 East Main Street
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 442-4311
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 442-4311
2.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 36 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary's School
(Catholic)
225 N State St
Westville, IL 61883
(217) 267-7730
Westville, IL 61883
(217) 267-7730
8 miles
Gr: NS-9 | 98 students
5065 Olivet Road
Georgetown, IL 61846
(217) 662-2127
Georgetown, IL 61846
(217) 662-2127
15.2 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 87 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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