St. Paul - Our Lady of Vilna Elementary School is a kindergarten through 8th grade catholic school dedicated in the participation of helping students by providing excellent academic direction.
Our goal is to reach out and attract sponsors and encourage to join our mission in helping form leaders of tomorrow--today's children--by providing educational programs and assistance in the development of academic activities.
St. Paul - Our Lady of Vilna School assists the family in the full intellectual and spiritual development of their child.
Thus it provides quality education, attending to cultural goals and the natural development of youth.
It strives to create a climate of community in the school based on the Gospel spirit of love and freedom.
It works to guide adolescents to develop their personalities to reflect Gospel ideals and to relate all aspects of life to the good news of salvation.
In this way faith illumines every part of their formation.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
142 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna often compared to?
St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna is often viewed alongside schools like St. Procopius School, St. Ann Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna?
The application deadline for St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna located?
St. Paul Our Lady Of Vilna is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other private schools located in Lower West Side.
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