Seton Catholic School

Seton Catholic School in Moline, IL serves 500 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city–based setting.
Founded in 1983, this Catholic co–ed elementary and middle school has a student–teacher ratio of 26:1 with 19 teachers on staff.
The student body includes 11.22% students of color, reflecting aspects of the local community's diversity.
Among private schools in Illinois, Seton Catholic ranks in the top 20% for largest student body size.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Seton Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
500 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Where faith meets excellence.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are Seton Catholic School often compared to?
Seton Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Jordan Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is Seton Catholic School's ranking?
Seton Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Seton Catholic School?
The application deadline for Seton Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $10,980 for elementary schools and $15,820 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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