Benet Academy is a four year, college preparatory, co-educational, Catholic high school located in Lisle, IL.
Benet provides religious instruction and opportunities for prayer and reflection that nurture the faith life of the faculty and students; a devoted and demanding staff offers the support and attention necessary for academic excellence and distinction; and a wide range of extracurricular activities seeks to develop the social and personal skills of each student.
The mission of Benet Academy, as a Catholic, Benedictine, college preparatory high school, is to provide a disciplined educational environment that fosters the on-going religious, intellectual and social development of all members of the Benet family.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Benet Academy 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 9-12
Student Body
Total Students
1,265 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Benet Academy often compared to?
Benet Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. Francis High School by visitors of our site.
What is Benet Academy's ranking?
Benet Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Benet Academy?
The application deadline for Benet Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Date
Half-Day Schedule (Spring Break begins at 11:57 a.m.)
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2025 (Saturday)
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