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St. Alphonsus/St. Patrick School upholds fully the standards and policies established by the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Office of Catholic Schools, and the Illinois State Board of Education.
All administrators and teachers hold state certificates and
several hold M.A. degrees.
The teaching staff has contractual provisions for ongoing
professional growth.
The school is fully certified by both the State of Illinois and
the Archdiocese of Chicago. Extracurricular Activities St. Al's/St.
Pat's offers varied activities for students, including student
council, drama club, band, chorus, and yearbook club.
We have a robust athletic program, facilitated by our Athletic
Association, beginning in grade 4, which includes basketball and
volleyball.
The philosophy and Vision of St. Alphonsus/St. Patrick Catholic
School is a direct extension of two Lemont Parishes, following the
directive "To Teach as Jesus Did."
Our primary mission is to teach the truth about ourselves and
our world based on scripture, Catholic rituals and tradition, and
the enfolding understanding of God's spirit while building the
academic skills and knowledge needed in today's technological
world.
Each child is treated with respect, acknowledging their
uniqueness and importance in God's eyes.
Our school supports and assists parents in their primary
responsibility as role models and educational examples for their
children. Parental involvement is valued as families assist our
professional faculty and staff in sound educational methods
throughout our entire curriculum.
Our school stands for educational and spiritual excellence and
service to others.
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Quick Facts (2026)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 199 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,400
Acceptance rate: 100%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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