Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Helen School
About the School
- St. Helen School strives to educate the whole child.
- In doing so, a spiritual, academic, and social foundation is created.
- This formation, rooted in Gospel values, enables the graduate to develop as a responsible Christian citizen.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Helen School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
280 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Helen School cost?
St. Helen School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.
What schools are St. Helen School often compared to?
St. Helen School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Nicholas Cathedral School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Helen School's ranking?
St. Helen School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Helen School?
The application deadline for St. Helen School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Helen School located?
St. Helen School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 9 other private schools located in West Town.
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Nicholas Cathedral School (0.3 miles away)
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Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 519 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
1439 W Wellington Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 892-1397
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students
Sports: 8
Catholic
2524 N Orchard St
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 348-8212
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
1335 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 243-0977
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 422 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
226 W Schiller St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 266-3381
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 117 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
2446 N. Ridgeway
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 342-0170
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 519 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
1439 W Wellington Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 892-1397
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students
Sports: 8
Catholic
2524 N Orchard St
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 348-8212
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
1335 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 243-0977
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 422 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
226 W Schiller St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 266-3381
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 117 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
2446 N. Ridgeway
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 342-0170
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 519 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
1439 W Wellington Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 892-1397
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students
Sports: 8
Catholic
2524 N Orchard St
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 348-8212
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
1335 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 243-0977
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 422 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
226 W Schiller St
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 266-3381
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 117 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
2446 N. Ridgeway
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 342-0170
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 133 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 2
2200 West Rice Street
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 384-7243
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 10-12 | 165 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Alternative School
2739-41 W. Division Street
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 342-8022
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 132 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 20
All-girls (Catholic)
1501 North Oakley Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 276-1261
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 24 students
Daycare / Preschool
1510 N Claremont Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 971-8064
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 67 students
Special Education School
3110 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 722-3097
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 10-12 | 165 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Alternative School
2739-41 W. Division Street
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 342-8022
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 132 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 20
All-girls (Catholic)
1501 North Oakley Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 276-1261
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 67 students
Special Education School
3110 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 722-3097
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 22
Specialized Curriculum
524 N. Wolcott Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 610-4900
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 39 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
520 N Marshfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 243-6097
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 133 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 2
2200 West Rice Street
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 384-7243
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 67 students
Special Education School
3110 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 722-3097
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 39 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
520 N Marshfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 243-6097
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 504 students
Avg. class size: 27 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
1434 W Division Street
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 384-1434
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 242 students
Catholic
2252 W Washington Blvd
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 733-2252
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 133 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 2
2200 West Rice Street
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 384-7243
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 24 students
Daycare / Preschool
1510 N Claremont Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 971-8064
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-K
Montessori School
1530 N Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 938-6002
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 51 students
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1802 N Fairfield Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 486-4222
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 504 students
Avg. class size: 27 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 7
Montessori School
1434 W Division Street
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 384-1434
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(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
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5207 Center Ave
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 493-8200
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 493-8200
9196.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 338 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
(Math: 58% | Reading: 39%)
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Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
380 Greenfield Ave
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 790-6400
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 790-6400
9196.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 559 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
149 Fairfield Way
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
(630) 894-0489
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
(630) 894-0489
9197.1 miles
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3450 Hobson Rd
Woodridge, IL 60517
(630) 795-6100
Woodridge, IL 60517
(630) 795-6100
9197.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 397 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
(Math: 53% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
149 Fairfield Way
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
(630) 529-6211
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
(630) 529-6211
9197.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 493 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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