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St. Martin De Porres High School

501 S Martin Luther King Jr Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085

St. Martin De Porres High School is a college prep high school in Waukegan serving students of limited economic means with few educational options.

Part of the national cristo rey network of schools, SMDP exists to prepare motivated urban students for success in college, in careers, and in leadership roles that will ultimately drive positive change for their communities.

Students gain professional experience, while earning over half of the cost of their education.

Unlike students at traditional schools, SMDP students rely on the corporate work study program to provide affordable access to a quality college prep education.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 228 students
Yearly Tuition: $19,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

2004

Colors

Blue, Gold

Student Body

Total Students

228 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

St. Martin De Porres High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 13:1

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

11 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$19,000

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does St. Martin De Porres High School cost?

St. Martin De Porres High School's tuition is approximately $19,000 for private students.

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The application deadline for St. Martin De Porres High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 228 students
Yearly Tuition: $19,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Lake County, IL is $12,928 for elementary schools and $20,901 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Lake County, IL is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).