St. Andrew Catholic School

723 Mulberry St Murphysboro, IL 62966
www.saintandrew-school.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 167 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,900
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 167 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,900
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Andrew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1872
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres

Student Body

Total Students
167 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki or navy pants and navy, red or white knit shirts in polo style

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We work on a tiered tuition model for K-8. Tuition can range from $5,360 to $3,250 per student with discounts for siblings in K-8. We also offer an assistance program for those that would qualify for it. Pre-K's tuition can range from $3,600 to $2,60
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Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Builder's ClubMath Counts
Speech TeamYearbook Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Children's Choir

School Notes

  • Established in 1872, Saint Andrew School is committed to serving students (pre-K through eighth grade) and families from a variety of spiritual traditions across southwestern Illinois region by providing educational excellence and faith exploration rooted in the Roman Catholic intellectual tradition that embraces truth. Saint Andrew School prepares graduates to flourish and serve our world with a distinctive combination of stewardship, wisdom, spiritual inquiry and creative fortitude as they meet the challenges of the future.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Andrew Catholic School cost?
St. Andrew Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,900 for private students.
What schools are St. Andrew Catholic School often compared to?
St. Andrew Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Immanuel Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Andrew Catholic School offer?
St. Andrew Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Andrew Catholic School's ranking?
St. Andrew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Andrew Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Andrew Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $11,007 for elementary schools and $15,969 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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