St. Richard Elementary School (2026 Profile)

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St. Richard Elementary School

5025 S Kenneth Ave
Chicago, IL 60632

Tel: (773) 582-8083

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St. Richard Elementary School serves 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

The student:teacher of St. Richard Elementary School is 20:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 204 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,175
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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St. Richard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1926

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

204 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

96%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,175

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Application URL

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Richard Elementary School cost?

St. Richard Elementary School's tuition is approximately $6,175 for private students.

What schools are St. Richard Elementary School often compared to?

St. Richard Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Bruno Continuation School by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for St. Richard Elementary School?

The application deadline for St. Richard Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Richard Elementary School located?

St. Richard Elementary School is located in the Archer Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Archer Heights.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 204 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,175
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,813 for elementary schools and $19,330 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).