SS Peter & Paul Catholic School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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SS Peter & Paul Catholic School

217 W 3rd St Waterloo, IL 62298

Tel: (618) 939-7217

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 340 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 340 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

SS Peter & Paul Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	SS Peter & Paul Catholic School
Pre-K	45
Kind	33
1	33
2	24
3	29
4	30
5	40
6	28
7	33
8	45

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1863

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

School Motto

Excelling Through Faith

Student Body

Total Students

340 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

23 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

$3,525/child

Application URL

Sports

School Mascot

Falcons

School Notes

Saints Peter and Paul School is the primary educational ministry of Saints Peter and Paul Parish.
Since 1865, the school has existed to serve the youth of our parish, and to help parents in passing on the Catholic faith to their children.
At present, our program includes a preschool, kindergarten, and grades 1 through 8.
We serve the students, parents and the community of Saints Peter and Paul and neighboring communities.
We strive to help families pass on the knowledge, beliefs, and traditions of the Catholic faith to their children; to provide an atmosphere of caring and respect for each human person regardless of race or ethnic origin; to create an environment which encourages academic excellence, and the development of individual talents and abilities; and to work in partnership with families, to instill Christian values, and guide children toward becoming responsible, caring adults.
We strive for academic excellence in all curricular areas, the development of a positive self-concept, and good moral values.
In order to help each child develop to his or her fullest potential, we believe in the shared responsibility of students, parents, teachers, administrators, and pastors.

Saints Peter and Paul School is the primary educational ministry of Saints Peter and Paul Parish.
Since 1865, the school has existed to serve the youth of our parish, and to help parents in passing on the Catholic faith to their children.
At present, our program includes a preschool, kindergarten, and grades 1 through 8.
We serve the students, parents and the community of Saints Peter and Paul and neighboring communities.
We strive to help families pass on the knowledge, beliefs, and traditions of the Catholic faith to their children; to provide an atmosphere of caring and respect for each human person regardless of race or ethnic origin; to create an environment which encourages academic excellence, and the development of individual talents and abilities; and to work in partnership with families, to instill Christian values, and guide children toward becoming responsible, caring adults.
We strive for academic excellence in all curricular areas, the development of a positive self-concept, and good moral values.
In order to help each child develop to his or her fullest potential, we believe in the shared responsibility of students, parents, teachers, administrators, and pastors.

Source: Verified school update

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SS Peter & Paul Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

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The application deadline for SS Peter & Paul Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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