Visitation Catholic School
Visitation Catholic School takes a holistic education approach, empowering students in Pre-K (3+) through 8th-grade.
Visitation's individualized curriculum recognizes the unique gifts and talents of every student. Our STEAM-based learning programs make sure every child is nurtured and supported.
Through one-on-one instruction, Social-Emotional Learning programs, and an in-house Reading Specialist we ensure every child has the tools to learn, grow, and thrive.
Visitation offers before and aftercare, scholarships, and financial aid to ensure every family who wants to be at Visitation can be.
For more information on scholarships and what Vis can offer your student, contact us today!.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 122 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,500
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Visitation Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1891
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
122 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
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Boys-Grey pants/red or white polo; Girls-red plaid skirt /red or white polo)
(Boys-Grey pants/red or white polo; Girls-red plaid skirt /red or white polo)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Scholarships, financial assistance, and payment plans are available for students of all ages. We do not base our scholarships on income, but on need, making sure Catholic Education is affordable to all families.For Pre-K and Kindergarten students we accept CCI.
% on Financial Aid
84%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book Club, Girl Scouts, Homework Club, Reading club, Technology, Tutoring
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Restorative Art
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dance, Girls in the Game, Yoga
Book Club, Girl Scouts, Homework Club, Reading club, Technology, Tutoring
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Restorative Art
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dance, Girls in the Game, Yoga
School Notes
- Visitation Catholic School provides education to children from Pre-School (ages three and up) through 8th grade. With a more than 85% high school graduation rate, our students go on to receive scholarships and graduate from prestigious Catholic high schools, setting them up for success in college and beyond.
- We offer before and after school care from 6 am to 6 pm, allowing students a safe place to learn and grow while parents work. Our school provides a wide variety of extracurricular activities, when safe, from basketball, dance, and yoga, to tutoring, art, and social-emotional learning programs. We strive to not only offer education but create community through art therapy, school clubs, and events for students and their families.
- We understand that quality education can be expensive and offer payment plans, financial assistance, and scholarships for students attending. In addition, we strive to assist our students in finding scholarships and financial assistance to continue faith-based education after graduation.
Profile last updated: 08/17/2021
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