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 (2026)
- 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.: 11:1
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 schools are St. Linus Elementary School often compared to?
St. Linus Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Catherine Of Alexandria School by visitors of our site.
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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Popular comparisons: St. Linus Elementary School vs. St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
People that viewed St. Linus Elementary School also viewed these schools: St. Catherine Of Alexandria School, Most Holy Redeemer Elementary School and Oakdale Christian Academy & Child Care Center.
The nearest high school to St. Linus Elementary School is Brother Rice High School - Chicago (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Southwest Chicago Christian School-oak Lawn (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Oak Lawn Montessori School (0.9 miles away)
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(708) 425-5547
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
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Gr: PK-8 | 515 students
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(708) 422-8280
Evergreen Park, IL 60805
(708) 422-8280
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Oakdale Christian Academy & Child Care Center
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(773) 779-9440
Chicago, IL 60620
(773) 779-9440
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St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
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10621 Kedvale Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
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Gr: PK-8 | 515 students
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(708) 422-8280
Evergreen Park, IL 60805
(708) 422-8280
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(Christian)
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(773) 779-9440
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St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
(Catholic)
10621 Kedvale Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 515 students
9536 S Millard Ave
Evergreen Park, IL 60805
(708) 422-8280
Evergreen Park, IL 60805
(708) 422-8280
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Southwest Chicago Christian School-oak Lawn
(Calvinist)
10110 Central Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 636-8550
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 636-8550
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Gr: K-8 | 191 students
Oak Lawn Montessori School
Montessori School
4625 W 110th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(773) 316-8963
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(773) 316-8963
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 16 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Papoose Childrens Center
Daycare / Preschool
5354 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-1112
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-1112
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Gr: PK-K | 36 students
St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
(Catholic)
10621 Kedvale Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 515 students
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Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-6063
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(708) 425-6063
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Brother Rice High School - Chicago ![Brother Rice High School - Chicago Photo]( "Brother Rice High School - Chicago Photo")
All-boys (Catholic)
10001 S Pulaski Rd
Chicago, IL 60655
(773) 429-4300
Chicago, IL 60655
(773) 429-4300
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Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School ![Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School Photo]( "Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School Photo")
All-girls (Catholic)
3737 W 99th Street
Chicago, IL 60655
(773) 881-6507
Chicago, IL 60655
(773) 881-6507
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8901 S 52nd Ave
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(708) 857-8100
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 857-8100
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(773) 881-5300
Chicago, IL 60655
(773) 881-5300
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(708) 388-7650
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 388-7650
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Southwest Chicago Christian School-oak Lawn
(Calvinist)
10110 Central Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 636-8550
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 636-8550
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 191 students
St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
(Catholic)
10621 Kedvale Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 515 students
9735 S Kolin Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-6063
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-6063
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 208 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Gerald School
(Catholic)
9320 S 55th Ct
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-0121
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-0121
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students
Parkland Preparatory Academy
Special Education School
8901 S 52nd Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 857-8100
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 857-8100
1.9 miles
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Oak Lawn Montessori School
Montessori School
4625 W 110th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(773) 316-8963
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(773) 316-8963
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 16 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Papoose Childrens Center
Daycare / Preschool
5354 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-1112
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-1112
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
St. Catherine Of Alexandria School
(Catholic)
10621 Kedvale Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-5547
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 515 students
9735 S Kolin Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-6063
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 425-6063
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 208 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bobbie Noonans Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
4951 W 115th St
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(708) 385-2288
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 385-2288
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(815) 725-3540
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Rank:
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Bottom 50%10
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(815) 727-6940
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