Saint Viator High School is a Catholic, college preparatory community called to provide religious formation and an academic program of excellence to young men and women of the northwest suburbs of Chicago.
St Viator High School, we are committed to students acquiring the best Catholic college preparatory education possible and reaffirming and strengthening Christian values and morals.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,350
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Viator High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2024
Student Body
Total Students
808 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,350
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$2 million
School Notes
- School Motto: 'We Are Lions for Life'
- School Mascot: Lion
- Saint Viator High School is a Catholic, college preparatory community called to provide religious formation and an academic program of excellence to young men and women of the northwest suburbs of Chicago. St Viator High School, we are committed to students acquiring the best Catholic college preparatory education possible and reaffirming and strengthening Christian values and morals.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Ryan Wolfe - Metropolitan Opera Competition for Emerging Artists, Class of 2014 -
- Henry Marshall - Top basketball player and academic achiever, current senior -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Viator High School cost?
St. Viator High School's tuition is approximately $17,350 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Viator High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Viator High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Viator High School?
St. Viator High School famous alumni include: Ryan Wolfe - Metropolitan Opera Competition for Emerging Artists, Class of 2014 and Henry Marshall - Top basketball player and academic achiever, current senior.
What is St. Viator High School's ranking?
St. Viator High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Viator High School?
The application deadline for St. Viator High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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