St. Malachy Elementary School in Chicago, IL, serves 242 udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a co–ed, city–based Catholic elementary and secondary program.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 16:1 with 15 total teachers supporting its enrollment.
Located in the Near We Side neighborhood, St. Malachy offers a faith–based education under the Catholic religious affiliation.
Malachy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for diversity, with 100% of udents representing students of color.
The school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and other regional educational associations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Malachy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
242 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$4,500 for one child
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Malachy Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Malachy Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Malachy Elementary School located?
St. Malachy Elementary School is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Near West Side.
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