St. Patrick School

412 N Jackson St Decatur, IL 62523
www.decaturstpatrick.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 188 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,820
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 188 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,820
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Patrick School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1856
School Calendar
School Motto
Living in Faith. Growing in Character. Loving Each Other. WE ARE ST. PATRICK SCHOOL!

Student Body

Total Students
188 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
3%
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
3 child is free
Admissions Director
Mrs. Jan Sweet

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Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
4th Grade recorder Karate ProgramBeginning & Advanced Band
Glee Choir - 4th/5thJr. High Elective Choir
Jr. High HandbellsJr. High Music Trip in the Spring
Math CountsScholastic Bowl
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School Notes

  • St. Patrick School is a state recognized non-public school that provides students with a strong religious and academic foundation.
  • Teachers are state certified and Highly Qualified.
  • Students score consistantly above grade level on nation wide achievement tests.
  • St. Patrick School is a state recognized non-public school that provides students with a strong religious and academic foundation. Teachers are state certified and Highly Qualified. Students score consistantly above grade level on nation wide achievement tests.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Patrick School cost?
St. Patrick School's tuition is approximately $1,820 for private students.
What schools are St. Patrick School often compared to?
St. Patrick School is often viewed alongside schools like Our Lady Of Lourdes School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Patrick School offer?
St. Patrick School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Patrick School's ranking?
St. Patrick School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $9,544 for elementary schools and $14,315 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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