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St. Hilary School

5614 N Fairfield Avenue Chicago, IL 60659

Tel: (773) 561-5885

school.sthilarychicago.org

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 115 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,887
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

St. Hilary School Photo #1 - 2023 Cardinal Fun Run!

St. Hilary School Photo #2 - Main Entrance on Fairfield Avenue.

St. Hilary School Photo #3 - St. Hilary Cardinals 8th Grade Skyline 2024 Champions!

St. Hilary School Photo #4 - Our Cardinal Choir participating in the 2024 American Federation Pueri Cantores in Chicago at Holy Name Cathedral.

St. Hilary School Photo #5 - St. Hilary and Religious Education 2024 Communicants!

St. Hilary School Photo #6 - Catholic Schools Week 2025 Celebrating our faith with prayer buddies.

St. Hilary School Photo #7 - Catholic Schools Week 2025 Cardinal visiting St. Hilary and Special blessing for Teachers.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 115 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,887
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Hilary School
Pre-K	14
Kind	4
1	9
2	8
3	14
4	12
5	11
6	15
7	11
8	17

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Response to Intervention, Academic Resource Faculty, Remedial Reading, Learning Specialities, Counseling Services, Gifted and Accelerated Students

Year Founded

1928

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

115 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

78%

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

14 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki Pants/Shorts or Plaid Skirts and Red and White Uniform Polos

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,887

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% on Financial Aid

55%

Admissions Director

Ana Hernandez

Admissions Associate

Jennifer Franco

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

BasketballVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

12 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServersArt Studio

Collegiate Book ClubJunior Art Studio

PatrolYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Cadet BandCardinal Choir

Concert Band

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Basketball TeamsBitty Ball

Volleyball Teams

School Notes

St. Hilary School is an integral part of the St. Padre Pio Parish faith community.
The purpose of this elementary school is to provide an atmosphere in which all students strive for excellence: spiritually, morally, intellectually, physically, emotionally, and socially within a multicultural environment.
The faculty cooperates with the pastor, administration, and parents/guardians in offering the guidance and example necessary to initiate and develop Catholic Christian attitudes.
They strive to develop programs of instruction that stimulate the intellectual abilities of each child and enable students to become self-motivated and self-disciplined in the pursuit of academic excellence and life-long learning.
By acknowledging the richness of individual differences in culture, ability, interest, need, and motivation, the school will use a variety of current and innovative teaching techniques designed to offer stimulating and dynamic learning experiences.
Within the evangelizing mission of the Catholic Church, St. Hilary School is called upon to encourage students to develop a personal relationship with God, to support active participation in all dimensions of Church life, and to foster a sense of community within our multicultural neighborhood.

School Motto: Where faith, family, and academics thrive.

St. Hilary School provides a nurturing Catholic environment where parents, as primary educators, work in partnership with faculty, staff, and the faith community to provide each child with experiences centered around an active faith life, challenging academics, and character-building opportunities to become responsible citizens in the community. St. Hilary School is dedicated to creating a warm and supportive Catholic environment. We believe in the collaboration between parents, faculty, staff, and the faith community to empower each child with the tools to lead an active and fulfilling faith life, to excel in challenging academic pursuits, and to engage in character-building experiences. Our goal is to nurture responsible and compassionate citizens who actively contribute to the community.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Hilary School cost?

St. Hilary School's tuition is approximately $7,887 for private students.

What sports does St. Hilary School offer?

St. Hilary School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for St. Hilary School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Hilary School located?

St. Hilary School is located in the Arcadia Terrace neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Arcadia Terrace.

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