Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Sister Thea Bowman
About the School
- Sister Thea Bowman serves 137 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
- The student:teacher of Sister Thea Bowman is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Sister Thea Bowman ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
137 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$4,600 per year
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sister Thea Bowman often compared to?
Sister Thea Bowman is often viewed alongside schools like Unity Lutheran Christian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Sister Thea Bowman?
The application deadline for Sister Thea Bowman is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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