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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1930

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2020

Student Body

Total Students

499 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

20 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,883

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

multiple student discount

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

We are in the midst of an exciting year at St. James Parish as we consolidate our parish school and formation center into a single state-of-the-art facility where both school families and parish families can grow deeper in their faith with God.
The St. James family is a welcoming Catholic community sent forth from our celebration of the Eucharist to walk in faith, to live in hope, and act in love.
As disciples of Jesus Christ we are committed to justice and peace through prayer, education, evangelization, and stewardship.

We are in the midst of an exciting year at St. James Parish as we consolidate our parish school and formation center into a single state-of-the-art facility where both school families and parish families can grow deeper in their faith with God.
The St. James family is a welcoming Catholic community sent forth from our celebration of the Eucharist to walk in faith, to live in hope, and act in love.
As disciples of Jesus Christ we are committed to justice and peace through prayer, education, evangelization, and stewardship.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. James School's tuition is approximately $3,883 for private students.

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What is the acceptance rate of St. James School?

The acceptance rate of St. James School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

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St. James School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. James School?

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

School Reviews

5 4/11/2025

Great school for my kids. We had a great experience from the very beginning. Since my kids started attending St. James my kids have grown academically and emotionally. They have caught up in the areas that public school has had them fall behind. I wish I would have had them start in private schools earlier.The school needs better recess facilities or area, but they are limited on space. Lunches are good and the kids are very friendly and respectful of one another.The school is always trying ans improving. Our experience has been a very pleasant one.

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The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,473 for elementary schools and $19,515 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).