St. Paul Continuation School serves 133 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the National Association of 草榴社区 Special Education Centers.
The student:teacher of St. Paul Continuation School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Average class size: 21 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
133 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
21 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Raising Saints
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul Continuation School's ranking?
St. Paul Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul Continuation School?
The application deadline for St. Paul Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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