St. Cletus School serves 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Cletus School is 21:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Cletus 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
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2014
School Motto
Faith, Family, Future
Student Body
Total Students
362 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Cletus School often compared to?
St. Cletus School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Francis Xavier School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Cletus School's ranking?
St. Cletus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Cletus School?
The application deadline for St. Cletus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 9/21/2020
St. Cletus is a great school with a nurturing environment. Teachers are great, their tech is top notch and most importantly, my students love their school.
5 4/9/2012
The Director, Stage and Prop Design, and everyone else should be highly commended for the performance of Willy Wonka Junior. Of course the kids were great and did a very professional job of acting, set change, lighting and music. I cannot say enough how much I enjoyed this play. I am grandmother to Emily Wiet, 6th Grade. Thank you
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