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St. Dominic Elementary School

4100 Columbus Road Quincy, IL 62305

Tel: (217) 224-0041

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 176 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,600
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 176 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,600
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Dominic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Dominic Elementary School
Pre-K	26
Kind	19
1	14
2	21
3	14
4	15
5	16
6	22
7	15
8	14

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Year Founded

1963

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Student Body

Total Students

176 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

76%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Students wear particular colors of tops and bottoms. Tops/shirts are to have collars. Bottoms include pants, skirts, jumpers, and shorts.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$2,600

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Tuition Notes

For families registered in a Catholic Parish: 1 child - $2600. Family Rate: $3725. Non-registered families/Non-Catholics have a higher rate.

% on Financial Aid

20%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

25%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Principal

Endowment Size

$50 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountrySoftball

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Boy Scouts and Girl ScoutsBuilders Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Parochial Music Organization BandParochial Music Organization Chorus

Piano Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Karate Classes

School Notes

St. Dominic School of St. Anthony of Padua Parish is a State Recognized Catholic school in Quincy, Illinois and the Diocese of Springfield, Illinois.
St. Dominic has been providing quality Catholic education since 1963,.and presently serves students in preschool through 8th grade.
The faculty and staff are committed to academic excellence, and to teaching the spiritual and moral values of the Catholic faith.
St. Dominic students are challenged to use their time and talents to lead and to serve.
St. Dominic is recognized by the Franklin Covey organization as a Leader in Me School for implementing The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People into the curriculum and for providing opportunities for students to develop their full leadership potential.

School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot: Wild Boars

The mission of St. Dominic School is to promote spiritual growth and academic excellencewhile challenging our students to use their talents to lead and to serve..At St. Dominic, we provide a learning atmosphere that is warm and loving. We hope that our students will gain knowledge and confidence in themselves, as well as treat one another with compassion and respect. We strive to enrich the life of each member of the school community by integrating all learning with Christian values and principles as found in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We believe in the development of the whole child. Therefore, we are committed not only to the pursuit of academic excellence, but also to the development of every facet of the child`s life: spiritual, moral, intellectual, cultural, social, emotional, and physical.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Dominic Elementary School cost?

St. Dominic Elementary School's tuition is approximately $2,600 for private students.

What schools are St. Dominic Elementary School often compared to?

St. Dominic Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Peter School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Dominic Elementary School?

The acceptance rate of St. Dominic Elementary School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. St. Dominic Elementary School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from St. Dominic Elementary School?

St. Dominic Elementary School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.

What sports does St. Dominic Elementary School offer?

St. Dominic Elementary School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball and Volleyball.

What is St. Dominic Elementary School's ranking?

St. Dominic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for St. Dominic Elementary School?

The application deadline for St. Dominic Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $10,932 for elementary schools and $15,812 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).