Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,600
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Thomas the Apostle School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,600
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Thomas the Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
Teach Truth, Build Character, and Inspire Service.
Student Body
Total Students
309 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Blue pants, khaki pants, jumpers, skirts
List of Courses Offered
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
See website for tuition costs.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Geography BeeSpeech Team
Spelling Bee
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubElectronic Playground
Girl/Boy ScoutsRobotics
Scholastic BowlStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Spring Musical
School Notes
- St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School, a ministry of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, strives to educate the whole person through academic excellence and faith formation.
- We are a Christ centered community working to build the Kingdom of God.
- We teach truth, build character, and inspire service.
- St. Thomas School is a place "Where everyone matters and counts!".
- St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School, a ministry of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, strives to educate the whole person through academic excellence and faith formation. We are a Christ centered community working to build the Kingdom of God. We teach truth, build character, and inspire service. St. Thomas School is a place "Where everyone matters and counts!"
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Thomas the Apostle School cost?
St. Thomas the Apostle School's tuition is approximately $5,600 for private students.
What sports does St. Thomas the Apostle School offer?
St. Thomas the Apostle School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Thomas the Apostle School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
What is St. Thomas the Apostle School's ranking?
St. Thomas the Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas the Apostle School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas the Apostle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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