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

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About the School

Saint Damian School is a Christian educational community of the Catholic Church of the Archdiocese of Chicago in Oak Forest, Illinois.
As such, it is an entity of Saint Damian Parish and operates according to the policies established by the Archdiocese of Chicago Office of Catholic Schools.
Saint Damian School is a community of students, faculty, parents, staff, and clergy united for the purpose of parochial education in the Catholic tradition.
Through mutual respect and sharing of ideas among students, faculty, and parents Saint Damian School provides an environment for spiritual and academic growth and an education that fosters the dignity of the individual.
Saint Damian School continually strives to provide the best possible education for its students by developing the knowledge, attitudes, and skills essential for life-long learning and by instilling a sense of Christian values.
This experience of learning in a Christian Community provides a sound foundation for students which will enable them to live and grow in the Gospel message throughout their lives.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 451 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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St. Damian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

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Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	St. Damian School
Pre-K	81
Kind	37
1	31
2	31
3	19
4	28
5	96
6	19
7	29
8	80

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Grade 5 is the largest grade at St. Damian School, with 96 students.

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Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005

Student Body

Total Students

451 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 34%

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Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

28:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

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Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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St. Damian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.

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