The mission of St. Michael School is to partner with parents in educating the whole child.
Striving for academic excellence, children will grow spiritually, morally, and intellectually, as they develop physically, socially and emotionally.
The St. Michael community is committed to "teach as Jesus did" by helping students become responsible Catholic Christians dedicated to spreading the mission of Jesus Christ and serving others.
As a Catholic school we are a community of faith in which the gospel message, our Catholic heritage, worship and service are integrated in the school experience.
We aspire to academic excellence by encouraging the unique giftedness of each student, and by addressing the social, emotional, physical and spiritual dimensions of our children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Michael Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
595 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The mission of St. Michael School is to partner with parents in educating the whole child. Striving for academic excellence, children will grow spiritually, morally, and intellectually, as they develop physically, socially and emotionally. The St. Michael community is committed to "teach as Jesus did" by helping students become responsible Catholic Christians dedicated to spreading the mission of Jesus Christ and serving others. As a Catholic school we are a community of faith in which the gospel message, our Catholic heritage, worship and service are integrated in the school experience. We aspire to academic excellence by encouraging the unique giftedness of each student, and by addressing the social, emotional, physical and spiritual dimensions of our children.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Michael Catholic School's ranking?
St. Michael Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Michael Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Michael Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/6/2017
St. Michael has been an incredible school for our four children. I can't say enough good about the teachers, the principal and the community. Mutual focus on excellent academics and formation of our kids as "good people" prompts me to write this review. Our family has become stronger, our children brighter and more deeply moral, and our faith life blossomed here at St. Michael. I give it my highest recommendation!
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