Frances Xavier Warde School

Frances Xavier Warde School serves 845 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the State or regional independent school association.
The student:teacher of Frances Xavier Warde School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 845 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frances Xavier Warde School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1989

Student Body

Total Students
845 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Frances Xavier Warde School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
30%
Admissions Director
Susan Smeaton
Admissions Associate
Stella Reyes

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Choir, Drama Troupe, Hand Bell Choir, Student Council, Yearbook

School Notes

  • 30% of student body receive need-based scholarships Scholarships range up to 80% of tuition Student teacher ratio preschool 10:1 Primary 12:1 Middle school 18:1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Frances Xavier Warde School offer?
Frances Xavier Warde School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Frances Xavier Warde School's ranking?
Frances Xavier Warde School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Frances Xavier Warde School?
The application deadline for Frances Xavier Warde School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 845 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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