St. Priscilla Elementary School
We, the members of Saint Priscilla School, are committed to proclaiming Gospel values.
Our mission is to foster a sharing, caring, and praying faith community.
We encourage students to use their God-given unique set of skills and abilities to become responsible Catholics.
We at Saint Priscilla School are committed to offering quality Catholic education to the children of the area.
Our school strives to be an active faith community, which embraces the values, traditions and beliefs of the Catholic Church.
We work at developing Christian attitudes in our students that will make them caring, sharing, and praying people, able to live out the Gospel message.
We recognize the dignity and individuality of each child as a wondrous gift from God, with a unique set of skills and abilities.
These skills and abilities are nurtured by a strong curriculum and quality instruction.
We strive to enhance each child's self-concept, foster in each child a sense of self-discipline, and instill in each child the basic knowledge and skills necessary to function as a useful member of society.
Children learn in different ways, therefore, we employ various teaching styles, techniques, and strategies.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Priscilla Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
274 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Priscilla Elementary School's ranking?
St. Priscilla Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Priscilla Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Priscilla Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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