Cardinal Joseph Bernardin School supports the ministry of its sponsoring parishes by providing a Christ-centered quality Catholic education.
Respecting the dignity of the individual person and sensitive to the needs of a diverse society, we strive to enhance and strengthen the faith and spiritual values students first acquired in their homes.
Committed to the highest standards of academic excellence, we dedicate ourselves to provide the best possible education for our students by developing the knowledge, attitudes, and skills essential for life-long learning.
As a community grounded in the Catholic faith, Cardinal Joseph Bernardin School seeks to inspire its students and encourage them to live according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
We believe that the focus of the Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School experience is to motivate students to learn and achieve their own personal best.
Our goal is to prepare students to be life-long learners, as well as responsible members of their community, able to interact with people of all races, nationalities, and religions as they go out into the world.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic 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
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2018
Student Body
Total Students
419 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Cardinal Joseph Bernardin School supports the ministry of its sponsoring parishes by providing a Christ-centered quality Catholic education. Respecting the dignity of the individual person and sensitive to the needs of a diverse society, we strive to enhance and strengthen the faith and spiritual values students first acquired in their homes. Committed to the highest standards of academic excellence, we dedicate ourselves to provide the best possible education for our students by developing the knowledge, attitudes, and skills essential for life-long learning. As a community grounded in the Catholic faith, Cardinal Joseph Bernardin School seeks to inspire its students and encourage them to live according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We believe that the focus of the Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School experience is to motivate students to learn and achieve their own personal best. Our goal is to prepare students to be life-long learners, as well as responsible members of their community, able to interact with people of all races, nationalities, and religions as they go out into the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School's ranking?
Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School?
The application deadline for Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 9/21/2024
CJB is an outstanding school. They are true leaders in Catholic education, so much so that a school in a neighboring diocese has been changing its format to structure it around CJB's model. We could not be more proud to have sent all of our children to this school. It was well worth it.
5 3/18/2013
Cardinal Bernardin School has been a wonderful experience for me. I believe that anyone can excel here as well as I have
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