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St. Therese School West

2800 S Quinn St
Chicago, IL 60608

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St. Therese School We in Chicago, IL, serves 138 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through eighth grade in a city neighborhood setting.

The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 11:1 with 13 teachers supporting its elementary and middle school programs.

Located in the Bridgeport neighborhood, the school is affiliated with the Catholic Church and a member of the National Catholic Educational Association.

Approximately 85% of the udent body identifies as students of color, reflecting the diversity of the local community.

Therese School We operates within the large city setting of Chicago, providing a Catholic elementary and middle school education.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 138 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

138 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

85%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Therese School West?

The application deadline for St. Therese School West is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Therese School West located?

St. Therese School West is located in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in Bridgeport.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 138 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,813 for elementary schools and $19,330 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).