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

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About the School

St. Francis High School, also known as St. Francis or SFHS among its students and faculty, is a co-educational, Catholic college-preparatory school, located in Wheaton, Illinois and was founded in 1957, by the Christian Brothers, Franciscan Sisters, and Ladies of Loretto.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 697 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,250
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Francis High School
9	182
10	170
11	165
12	180

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Year Founded

1956

Colors

White, Royal blue

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Student Body

Total Students

697 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

49 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

23 students

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,250

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Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

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How much does St. Francis High School cost?

St. Francis High School's tuition is approximately $15,250 for private students.

What schools are St. Francis High School often compared to?

St. Francis High School is often viewed alongside schools like Benet Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Francis High School?

The acceptance rate of St. Francis High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What is St. Francis High School's ranking?

St. Francis High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.

When is the application deadline for St. Francis High School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Dupage County, IL is $11,029 for elementary schools and $17,054 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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