St. Mary Catholic School of Park Forest, Illinois, a school of choice, is committed to providing an environment of Christian values, intellectual stimulation, self respect, social growth, family life, and a sense of community.
Our School consists of a dedicated and experienced staff that challenge the students to strive for excellence in their academic endeavors as well as their daily activities.
St. Mary School provides a safe environment that allows each child to reach their full potential.
Special attention is also given to students with specific needs through individual tutoring with teachers' aides and volunteers.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
98 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(Seventh Day Adventist)
119 Chestnut St
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(708) 481-8909
Park Forest, IL 60466
(708) 481-8909
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Faith Movers Academy
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425 Exchange St
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 279-1012
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 279-1012
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(Assembly of God)
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(708) 748-0327
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-0327
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Gr: PK-5 | 24 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
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(708) 748-2223
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-2223
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Gr: PK-K | 7 students
Mother Teresa Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
3440 Halsted Blvd
Steger, IL 60475
(708) 748-6686
Steger, IL 60475
(708) 748-6686
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 165 students
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1610 Main St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-3262
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-3262
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 258 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
700 Ashland Ave
Chicago Heights, IL 60411
(708) 755-7565
Chicago Heights, IL 60411
(708) 755-7565
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Gr: 9-12 | 819 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 46 Tuition listed
17504 E Carriageway Dr
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 991-7281
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 991-7281
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Gateway Academy & Learning Center
Special Program Emphasis
17710 Oak Park Ave
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(708) 756-5000
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 756-5000
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Gr: K-12 | 13 students Tuition listed
Lt Joseph P Kennedy Junior School
Special Education School
18350 Crossing Dr
Tinley Park, IL 60487
(708) 382-5278
Tinley Park, IL 60487
(708) 382-5278
9.4 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 65 students
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Miles
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South Suburban Sda Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
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(708) 481-8909
Park Forest, IL 60466
(708) 481-8909
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Gr: K-8 | 28 students
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(Assembly of God)
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(708) 748-0327
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-0327
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Mother Teresa Catholic Academy
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(708) 748-6686
Steger, IL 60475
(708) 748-6686
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 165 students
448 Cass St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-5850
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-5850
3.8 miles
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Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-3262
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-3262
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Gr: PK-12 | 258 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
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Faith Movers Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
425 Exchange St
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 279-1012
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 279-1012
1.8 miles
Gr: K | 93 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1
South Suburban Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
4200 Maple Ave
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-0327
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-0327
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 24 students Tuition listed
Childrens 2nd Language Academy
Daycare / Preschool
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(708) 748-2223
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-2223
3 miles
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(Catholic)
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Steger, IL 60475
(708) 748-6686
Steger, IL 60475
(708) 748-6686
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Foundations 4 Advancement
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
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Steger, IL 60475
(708) 248-5926
Steger, IL 60475
(708) 248-5926
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 12 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
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(815) 886-1800
Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 886-1800
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(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
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7/
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350 Blair Ln
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(630) 759-6340
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 759-6340
9166.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 850 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
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Rank:
5/
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110 Collins St
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(815) 727-6810
Joliet, IL 60432
(815) 727-6810
9166.1 miles
Gr: 9-12
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
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Bottom 50%10
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Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 727-5271
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