St. Bede Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 282 students
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

St. Bede Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Bede Academy
9	72
10	64
11	58
12	88

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Year Founded

1890

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Student Body

Total Students

282 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

29 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

64%

Average Class Size

18 students

Average SAT score

1240

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniforms.

Number of AP Courses

7 courses

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Advanced Courses

AP Calculus

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,850

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Tuition Notes

International Tuition: $35,000

% on Financial Aid

35%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Marcia Wagner

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingBoxing

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoftballTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

WeightliftingWrestling

Colors

White, Green

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

18 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Car ClubHeritage Club

Last Supper ClubModel United Nations

Peer TutorsPep Club

Prom CommitteeScholastic Bowl

Science ClubStudent Ambassadors

Student Government AssociationYearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChorus

Fall Theatre ProductionSpring Musical Production

Stage Rats

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Bass Fishing Team

School Notes

St. Bede Academy has been providing quality Catholic education in North Central Illinois since 1890.
While we pride ourselves in our rich history and tradition, we understand the ever-changing needs of students today.
Our goal is to provide students with an education that will not only develop their minds, but also strengthen their character preparing them for life's challenges.
The academic environment at St. Bede encourages students to excel, both in and outside of the classroom.
We commit to having graduates leave the Academy ready, both spiritually and academically, for life in the real world.

St. Bede Academy has been providing quality Catholic education in North Central Illinois since 1890. While we pride ourselves in our rich history and tradition, we understand the ever-changing needs of students today. Our goal is to provide students with an education that will not only develop their minds, but also strengthen their character preparing them for life's challenges. The academic environment at St. Bede encourages students to excel, both in and outside of the classroom. We commit to having graduates leave the Academy ready, both spiritually and academically, for life in the real world.

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What is the acceptance rate of St. Bede Academy?

The acceptance rate of St. Bede Academy is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 89%.

What sports does St. Bede Academy offer?

St. Bede Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. St. Bede Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is St. Bede Academy's ranking?

St. Bede Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Bede Academy?

The application deadline for St. Bede Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Illinois is $9,544 for elementary schools and $14,315 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).