St. Thomas Of Canterbury School serves 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student:teacher of St. Thomas Of Canterbury School is 22:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Thomas Of Canterbury School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Motto
St. Mary of the Lake and St. Thomas of Canterbury Schools embrace children from around the world, offering them an outstanding education in the tradition of the Roman Catholic Church.
Student Body
Total Students
263 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from St. Thomas Of Canterbury School?
St. Thomas Of Canterbury School famous alumni include: .
What is St. Thomas Of Canterbury School's ranking?
St. Thomas Of Canterbury School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas Of Canterbury School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas Of Canterbury School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Thomas Of Canterbury School located?
St. Thomas Of Canterbury School is located in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in Edgewater.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Thomas Of Canterbury School is Misericordia School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Northside Catholic Academy (0.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lake Shore Schools (0.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Grades: 5-8 | 166 students - miles 6216 N. Glenwood
Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 271-2008
Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 271-2008
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5-8
166
Grades: NS-K | 292 students 0.4 miles 5611 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 561-6707
Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 561-6707
0.4
NS-K
292
Grades: K-8 | 48 students 0.5 miles 1246 West Thorndale
Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 442-2371
Chicago, IL 60660
(773) 442-2371
0.5
K-8
48
Guidepost Montessori at Edgewater
Montessori School
Grades: NS-K 0.7 miles 6001 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60660
(949) 534-4817
Chicago, IL 60660
(949) 534-4817
0.7
NS-K
n/a
Grades: PK-8 | 339 students 0.7 miles 1800 W Balmoral Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 271-1700
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 271-1700
0.7
PK-8
339
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