St. Monica's Acadame in Chicago, IL is a co–ed Catholic private school serving grades PK through 8 in a large city community.
The school enrolls 314 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 supported by 19 teachers.
Founded in 1950,. Monica's Acadame has a diverse udent body with 27% of students identified as students of color.
As a Catholic school located in the Big Oaks neighborhood, it provides regular elementary and secondary education.
Monica's Acadame ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for large student enrollment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Monica's Acadame ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
314 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Monica's Acadame often compared to?
St. Monica's Acadame is often viewed alongside schools like Immaculate Conception School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Monica's Acadame's ranking?
St. Monica's Acadame ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Monica's Acadame?
The application deadline for St. Monica's Acadame is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Monica's Acadame located?
St. Monica's Acadame is located in the Big Oaks neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Monica's Acadame vs. Immaculate Conception School
The nearest high school to St. Monica's Acadame is New Horizon Center (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Immaculate Conception School (0.9 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Immaculate Conception School
(Catholic)
7263 W Talcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 775-0545
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 775-0545
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 442 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
Dobbs Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
7131 Pensacola Av
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 457-1744
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 457-1744
1 miles
Gr: K | 33 students
New Horizon Center
Special Education School
6737 W Forest Preserve Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 286-6226
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 286-6226
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 64 students
St. Eugene Elementary School
(Catholic)
7930 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 763-2235
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 763-2235
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 227 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
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All-girls (Catholic)
7500 W Talcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 775-6616
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 775-6616
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 458 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
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