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St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School

1515 Lathrop Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
St. Vincent Ferrer School - Where Greatness Begins!Faith formation and academic excellence
Innovative, technology-based curriculum including Smartboards and iPads Exemplary test scores with students performing at exceptional achievement levels
Daily hot lunch available Before and after school care Full day Kindergarten
Full or half day Junior Kindergarten Full or half day, 3 or 5 day option for PreK3.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 268 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary 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
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
268 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Lands End Jumper or Skirt with white polo for girls. Dark dress pants with white polo for boys.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Available on website - varies by grade and parishioner/non-parishioner

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubChess Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Band ProgramChoir


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Sports Club

School Notes

  • School Motto: I am kind. I am respectful. I am responsible. I make smart choices. I am an SVF Friar!
St. Vincent Ferrer School - Where Greatness Begins!
  • Faith formation and academic excellence
  • Innovative, technology-based curriculum including Smartboards and iPads
  • Exemplary test scores with students performing at exceptional achievement levels
  • Daily hot lunch available
  • Before and after school care
  • Full day Kindergarten
  • Full or half day Junior Kindergarten
  • Full or half day, 3 or 5 day option for PreK3.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School often compared to?
St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Luke School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School offer?
St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School's ranking?
St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 268 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,441 for elementary schools and $19,394 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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