St. Scholastica Academy

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.

Quick Facts (2025)

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

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1865
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Scholastica Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
98%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform skirt or pants; uniform shirt; uniform sweater or vest

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
50%

Sports

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. We exceed national and international pass rates in the IB diploma program.
Source: Verified school update

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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Quick Facts (2025)

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

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