St. Anthony Grade School

St. Anthony Elementary School is a Catholic, co-educational school that provides a learning environment steeped in tradition and committed to excellence in education.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum where students are encouraged to discover and develop their individual talents and potential.
St. Anthony High School offers a Christian-based, disciplined, safe environment which fosters the student's personal and academic growth for lifelong learning and enjoyment.
Faculty strive to positively contribute to each student's desire and ability to be responsible, contributing members of our constantly changing society.
The strength of the St. Anthony community is our faith; a faith initiated and celebrated in baptism, a faith united in the Eucharist, and a faith nurtured by one another through our daily Christian interaction.
St. Anthony High School welcomes students from diverse backgrounds to join us in our mission of education; a mission not only of intellectual growth, but one of physical, spiritual, moral and emotional growth as well.
At St. Anthony High School, we believe our learning community assists young people in the fourfold mission of the church: to teach and proclaim the Gospel, to live in community, to serve each other, and worship.
This mission, centered around the Eucharist, is founded in the belief that all students are created in God's image with unlimited potential.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 478 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,470
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
478 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Anthony Grade School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
17 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • St. Anthony Elementary School is a Catholic, co-educational school that provides a learning environment steeped in tradition and committed to excellence in education. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum where students are encouraged to discover and develop their individual talents and potential. St. Anthony High School offers a Christian-based, disciplined, safe environment which fosters the student's personal and academic growth for lifelong learning and enjoyment. Faculty strive to positively contribute to each student's desire and ability to be responsible, contributing members of our constantly changing society. The strength of the St. Anthony community is our faith; a faith initiated and celebrated in baptism, a faith united in the Eucharist, and a faith nurtured by one another through our daily Christian interaction. St. Anthony High School welcomes students from diverse backgrounds to join us in our mission of education; a mission not only of intellectual growth, but one of physical, spiritual, moral and emotional growth as well. At St. Anthony High School, we believe our learning community assists young people in the fourfold mission of the church: to teach and proclaim the Gospel, to live in community, to serve each other, and worship. This mission, centered around the Eucharist, is founded in the belief that all students are created in God's image with unlimited potential.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Anthony Grade School cost?
St. Anthony Grade School's tuition is approximately $4,470 for private students.
What schools are St. Anthony Grade School often compared to?
St. Anthony Grade School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Anthony Grade School's ranking?
St. Anthony Grade School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Anthony Grade School?
The application deadline for St. Anthony Grade School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 478 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,470
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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