Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Malachy
About the School
- St. Malachy Catholic School shares with the parents and parish the responsibility of growth and development of its students spiritually, morally and intellectually.
- The excellent, co-educational, academic program is permeated with religious and moral values that are emphasized by caring, well-qualified educators in a disciplined environment conducive to learning.
- Our purpose is to fully accept Christ's love and spread His word throughout our parish, local community and the world at large.
- The people of St. Malachy School believe that Catholic education is centered on the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- Catholic education seeks to bring together students, teachers and families as a community of believers in the gospel values.
- We believe that children will develop best in a Christian atmosphere of love and respect.
- Individual differences and needs are recognized and effort is made to help children see themselves as valuable persons who can reach their full potential.
- We encourage the development of responsible behavior in individuals toward themselves and others.
- Strong emphasis is placed on the basic skills of education.
- We provide opportunities for creativity and growth in academic and spiritual areas.
- Attention is given to the religious, social, intellectual, emotional and physical development of students.
- We are a faith community that recognizes its membership in our larger parish family.
- We have made a commitment to create an environment that promotes learning, encourages celebration and strives to see all people united by the Father's love.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Malachy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1857
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
123 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: We are a family in Christ.
- St. Malachy Catholic School shares with the parents and parish the responsibility of growth and development of its students spiritually, morally and intellectually. The excellent, co-educational, academic program is permeated with religious and moral values that are emphasized by caring, well-qualified educators in a disciplined environment conducive to learning. Our purpose is to fully accept Christ's love and spread His word throughout our parish, local community and the world at large. The people of St. Malachy School believe that Catholic education is centered on the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Catholic education seeks to bring together students, teachers and families as a community of believers in the gospel values. We believe that children will develop best in a Christian atmosphere of love and respect. Individual differences and needs are recognized and effort is made to help children see themselves as valuable persons who can reach their full potential. We encourage the development of responsible behavior in individuals toward themselves and others. Strong emphasis is placed on the basic skills of education. We provide opportunities for creativity and growth in academic and spiritual areas. Attention is given to the religious, social, intellectual, emotional and physical development of students. We are a faith community that recognizes its membership in our larger parish family. We have made a commitment to create an environment that promotes learning, encourages celebration and strives to see all people united by the Father's love.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Malachy's ranking?
St. Malachy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Malachy?
The application deadline for St. Malachy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Malachy is Sycamore Christian School (13.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Johns Lutheran C.E.L. (14.9 miles away)
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Distance: 13.8 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Baptist
5323 180th Street N
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 496-2505
Distance: 14.9 mi
Gr: PK | 35 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1450-30th Avenue
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 792-0755
Distance: 15.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 357 students
Sports: 5
Baptist
900 46th Ave
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 796-1485
Distance: 16.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 143 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Catholic
602 17th Ave
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 755-9771
Distance: 16.8 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 128 students
Montessori School
2100 48th Street
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 764-7047
Distance: 13.8 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Baptist
5323 180th Street N
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 496-2505
Distance: 15.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 357 students
Sports: 5
Baptist
900 46th Ave
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 796-1485
Distance: 19.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 179 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 9
1821 Sunset Dr
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(563) 359-1366
Distance: 19.4 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 385 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 7
Christian
4000 11th Street
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 762-3800
Distance: 20.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 220 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
1426 Tanglefoot Ln
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(563) 359-5700
Distance: 13.8 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Baptist
5323 180th Street N
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 496-2505
Distance: 15.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 357 students
Sports: 5
Baptist
900 46th Ave
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 796-1485
Distance: 16.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 143 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Catholic
602 17th Ave
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 755-9771
Distance: 16.8 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 128 students
Montessori School
2100 48th Street
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 764-7047
Distance: 18.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 79 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
107 S Lexington Ave
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 856-7451
Distance: 14.9 mi
Gr: PK | 35 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1450-30th Avenue
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 792-0755
Distance: 15.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 357 students
Sports: 5
Baptist
900 46th Ave
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 796-1485
Distance: 16.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 143 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Catholic
602 17th Ave
East Moline, IL 61244
(309) 755-9771
Distance: 16.8 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 128 students
Montessori School
2100 48th Street
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 764-7047
Distance: 18.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 79 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
107 S Lexington Ave
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 856-7451
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Geneseo Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
333 E Ogden Ave
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0599
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0599
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 573 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Geneseo High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 N State St
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0399
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0399
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 794 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
415 N Russell Ave
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0625
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0625
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
715 S Center St
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0652
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0652
1.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Millikin Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
920 S Congress St
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0475
Geneseo, IL 61254
(309) 945-0475
1.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 364 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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