St. Scholastica Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 180 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,900
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Scholastica Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Scholastica Academy
9	40
10	60
11	50
12	30

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Year Founded

1865

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Student Body

Total Students

180 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

65%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

98%

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform skirt or pants; uniform shirt; uniform sweater or vest

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,900

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% on Financial Aid

50%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

Cross CountryField Hockey

SoccerSoftball

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

White, Blue, Navy Blue

School Notes

As a Benedictine school rooted in a tradition of community and academic excellence, Saint Scholastica Academy educates young women by attending to the development of the whole person through emphasis on critical thinking, moral responsibility and lifelong learning.
It guarded and developed European civilization before moving to every other inhabited continent on the globe.

As a Benedictine school rooted in a tradition of community and academic excellence, Saint Scholastica Academy educates young women by attending to the development of the whole person through emphasis on critical thinking, moral responsibility and lifelong learning. It guarded and developed European civilization before moving to every other inhabited continent on the globe. We exceed national and international pass rates in the IB diploma program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Scholastica Academy cost?

St. Scholastica Academy's tuition is approximately $9,900 for private students.

What sports does St. Scholastica Academy offer?

St. Scholastica Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Scholastica Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is St. Scholastica Academy's ranking?

St. Scholastica Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Scholastica Academy?

The application deadline for St. Scholastica Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Scholastica Academy located?

St. Scholastica Academy is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other private schools located in West Ridge.

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $12,873 for elementary schools and $18,675 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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