The mission of St. Linus School is to educate and inspire each child with Christ-centered values through challenging education and community involvement.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Linus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011
Campus Size
6 acres
Student Body
Total Students
362 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir and BandSchool Musical
School Notes
- The mission of St. Linus School is to educate and inspire each child with Christ-centered values through challenging education and community involvement.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Linus Elementary School offer?
St. Linus Elementary School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. Linus Elementary School's ranking?
St. Linus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Linus Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Linus Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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