St. Patrick Catholic School in Springfield, IL serves 63 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 5th grade in a midsize city community.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 16:1 with an average class size of 8, supported by 4 teachers.
Annual tuition is $1,750, with 99% of udents receiving financial aid that covers the full tuition amount on average.
Patrick Catholic School is a Catholic–affiliated private elementary school located in Springfield's city area.
The school ranks among the top 20% of Illinois private schools for affordability and udent diversity, with 95.83% of students representing students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,750
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: Apr. 30
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Patrick Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Apr. 30
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$25 registration fee (nonrefundable)
$1750 assistance available - call for details
% on Financial Aid
99%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,750
Admissions Director
Jan Williams
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: To be an affordable school of choice with high academic and character standards.
- uniform required catholic religious instruction required application for scholarship required for assistance
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Patrick Catholic School cost?
St. Patrick Catholic School's tuition is approximately $1,750 for private students.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic School is Apr. 30.
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