St. Bede The Venerable is a co–ed Catholic school in Chicago, IL, serving 212 udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city neighborhood setting.
Founded in 1955, the school operates with a udent–teacher ratio of 21:1 and employs 10 teachers.
Tuition for the 2024 school year is $6,699, which is below the Chicago private school average for elementary education.
The udent body is 94 percent students of color, and the school ranks among the top 20% in Illinois for diversity.
Admissions are rolling, and the school maintains a formal dress code for udents.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,699
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Bede The Venerable ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 3, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
212 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Financial aid available by application
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Bede The Venerable cost?
St. Bede The Venerable's tuition is approximately $6,699 for private students.
What schools are St. Bede The Venerable often compared to?
St. Bede The Venerable is often viewed alongside schools like St. Thomas More Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Bede The Venerable offer?
St. Bede The Venerable offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Indoor Soccer, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Bede The Venerable?
The application deadline for St. Bede The Venerable is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Bede The Venerable located?
St. Bede The Venerable is located in the Scottsdale neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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(708) 424-7757
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School Reviews
5 8/18/2021
St. Bede is a great school and provided the foundation for my daughter`s academic career. We have nothing but good things to say about St. Bede and its faculty!!!
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