Ss Peter & Paul School serves 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Other associations(s) for exceptional children.
The student:teacher of Ss Peter & Paul School is 15:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,399
- Acceptance rate: 97%
- Average class size: 29 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ss Peter & Paul School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
Campus Size
22 acres
Student Body
Total Students
276 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
39%
Average Class Size
29 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BandDrama Club
Foreign Language NetworkKnitting Club
Young Rembrandts
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ss Peter & Paul School cost?
Ss Peter & Paul School's tuition is approximately $3,399 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Ss Peter & Paul School?
The acceptance rate of Ss Peter & Paul School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Ss Peter & Paul School offer?
Ss Peter & Paul School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Ss Peter & Paul School's ranking?
Ss Peter & Paul School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Ss Peter & Paul School?
The application deadline for Ss Peter & Paul School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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