St. Francis de Sales School in Lake Zurich, IL, is a Catholic coed school serving grades Preschool through 8 in a suburban community. Founded in 1956, the school enrolls 373 students with a studentteacher ratio of 18:1 supported by 21 teachers.
The annual tuition for the 2025-2026 school year is $7,225, and the acceptance rate is 85 percent.
The school received the Blue Ribbon recognition in 2018 and ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for having one of the largest student bodies.
Francis de Sales School reflects local diversity with approximately 10 percent of its students identifying as students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,225
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Francis De Sales School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2007, 2018
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
373 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
National Junior Honor Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Band ProgramChoir Program
MusicKids
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Francis De Sales School cost?
St. Francis De Sales School's tuition is approximately $7,225 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Francis De Sales School?
The acceptance rate of St. Francis De Sales School is 85%, which is equal to the national average of 85%.
What sports does St. Francis De Sales School offer?
St. Francis De Sales School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Francis De Sales School's ranking?
St. Francis De Sales School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis De Sales School?
The application deadline for St. Francis De Sales School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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