St. Emily Elementary School

St. Emily Elementary School serves 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. The student:teacher of St.
Emily Elementary School is 19:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 377 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,600
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011

Student Body

Total Students
377 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Emily Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Emily Elementary School cost?
St. Emily Elementary School's tuition is approximately $5,600 for private students.
What schools are St. Emily Elementary School often compared to?
St. Emily Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Raymond School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Emily Elementary School's ranking?
St. Emily Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Emily Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Emily Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 377 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,600
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,703 for elementary schools and $19,397 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cook County, IL is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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