St. John The Evangeli School in Carrollton, IL, serves 200 students from pre–kindergarten through eighth grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1877, this Catholic co–educational school offers a formal dress code and operates with a udent–teacher ratio of 20:1.
The school has 10 teachers, with 50% holding advanced degrees, and maintains an average class size of 18 udents.
Annual tuition is $3,400, ranking. John The Evangeli among the more affordable private Catholic schools in Illinois.
Admissions are conducted on a rolling basis, and the school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,400
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John The Evangelist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1877
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki/navy pants; red/navy/white polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $3400-7480 depending on the number of children in the family and whether or not the family is Cahtolic.
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. John The Evangelist School cost?
St. John The Evangelist School's tuition is approximately $3,400 for private students.
What sports does St. John The Evangelist School offer?
St. John The Evangelist School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. John The Evangelist School's ranking?
St. John The Evangelist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John The Evangelist School?
The application deadline for St. John The Evangelist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2514
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Childrens Tribe
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(618) 466-0399
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-0399
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Faith Lutheran School
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Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-9153
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-9153
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Center For Children To Heal And Achieve (ccha)
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(618) 465-3594
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(618) 465-3594
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(618) 462-1071
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(618) 462-1071
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(618) 463-0580
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-0580
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Carrollton, IL 62016
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Carrollton, IL 62016
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(618) 498-4823
Jerseyville, IL 62052
(618) 498-4823
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Gr: PK-8 | 353 students Tuition listed
St. Norbert School
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401 Vineyard St
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2514
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2514
15.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 97 students Tuition listed
Childrens Tribe
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15416 Us Highway 67
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-0399
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-0399
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Gr: PK-8 | 71 students
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Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-9153
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-9153
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412 S State St
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(618) 498-4823
Jerseyville, IL 62052
(618) 498-4823
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Gr: PK-8 | 353 students Tuition listed
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(618) 576-2514
Hardin, IL 62047
(618) 576-2514
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Gr: PK-8 | 97 students Tuition listed
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(618) 466-0399
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-0399
22.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 71 students
Faith Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
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Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-9153
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-9153
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Gr: PK-8 | 79 students
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Carrollton Grade School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
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5/
Bottom 50%10
721 4th St
Carrollton, IL 62016
(217) 942-6831
Carrollton, IL 62016
(217) 942-6831
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 269 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Carrollton High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
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3/
Bottom 50%10
950 3rd St
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(217) 942-6913
Carrollton, IL 62016
(217) 942-6913
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
North Greene Jr/sr High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
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(217) 374-2131
White Hall, IL 62092
(217) 374-2131
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(217) 368-2551
Greenfield, IL 62044
(217) 368-2551
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Greenfield High School
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(217) 368-2219
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