Saint Cajetan Parish School, in partnership with parents and guardians, educates children intellectually, spiritually, and morally in the context of a strong Catholic environment which foster diversity and discipleship in building the kingdom of God through words and deeds.
St. Cajetan School consists of twenty classrooms with additional facilities that support academic and physical education programs.
The basic curriculum includes religion, reading, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, computer science, music, art and physical education.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Cajetan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
450 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
![St. Cajetan Elementary School Student By Grade St. Cajetan Elementary School Student By Grade](http://images3.privateschoolreview.com/charts/9000/9289/st-cajetan-elementary-school-chart-SwwJbT.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Cajetan Elementary School's ranking?
St. Cajetan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Cajetan Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Cajetan Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Cajetan Elementary School located?
St. Cajetan Elementary School is located in the Kennedy Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of school for PreK- 8th (Lunch will be needed)
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Advent
December 01, 2024 (Sunday)
Return from Thanksgiving Break
December 02, 2024 (Monday)
Preschool Art Show and Last Day for Preschool
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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