Maria High School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 241 students
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Maria High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Maria High School
9	67
10	55
11	56
12	63

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Year Founded

1911

School Calendar

School Motto

Teaching minds and touching hearts

Student Body

Total Students

241 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

86%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

72%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

5 courses

Advanced Courses

AP Calculus ABAP Literature

AP SpanishAP US Government

AP US History

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

% on Financial Aid

90%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

97%

National avg.: 82%

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

DanceSoccer

SoftballTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Art ClubAudio-Visual Service Club

Big Sister/Little SisterFoods Club

Gospel ChoirMaria Herald Staff

Maria/Holy Cross Hospital VolunteersMath & Science Club

Media Communications ClubMystic Messengers

Mystic MinistryNational Honor Society

Piano ClubSewing Club

Student CouncilWeb Page Club

World Language Club

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School Notes

Maria High School is a Catholic, college preparatory high school for young women which offers a challenging academic program that responds to individual interests and needs.
A ministry of the Sisters of St. Casimir, Maria High School provides an excellent educational experience and nurtures the faith life of its diverse learning community through prayer, worship, and service.
The faculty and staff, committed to the pursuit of excellence, provide a caring, respectful environment which inspires each student to live her faith, discover her gifts, and cultivate life-long relationships.
Maria High School, in partnership with parents, families, and the community, helps young women reach their full potential.

Maria High School is a Catholic, college preparatory high school for young women which offers a challenging academic program that responds to individual interests and needs. A ministry of the Sisters of St. Casimir, Maria High School provides an excellent educational experience and nurtures the faith life of its diverse learning community through prayer, worship, and service. The faculty and staff, committed to the pursuit of excellence, provide a caring, respectful environment which inspires each student to live her faith, discover her gifts, and cultivate life-long relationships. Maria High School, in partnership with parents, families, and the community, helps young women reach their full potential.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are Maria High School often compared to?

Maria High School is often viewed alongside schools like Mother Mcauley Liberal Arts High School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Maria High School?

The acceptance rate of Maria High School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Maria High School offer?

Maria High School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Maria High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is Maria High School's ranking?

Maria High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Maria High School?

The application deadline for Maria High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Maria High School located?

Maria High School is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other private schools located in Chicago Lawn.

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,709 for elementary schools and $19,173 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).