St. Rita School in Rockford, IL, serves 251 udents from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.
The co鈥揺d Catholic school maintains a udent鈥搕eacher ratio of 19:1 with an average class size of 22 students.
The school is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and follows a formal dress code.
Approximately 15% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Rita School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for udent body size within its grade span.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Rita 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
251 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Christ in ourselves, Christ in learning, and Christ in others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Rita School often compared to?
St. Rita School is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Family Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Rita School's ranking?
St. Rita School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Rita School?
The application deadline for St. Rita School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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