Most Blessed Trinity Academy is Waukegan's finest Catholic elementary school.
Located directly between Chicago & Milwaukee, we are a member of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
We offer students a safe and caring environment to thrive! Most Blessed Trinity Academy utilizes each student's gifts, providing a climate that enables students advance according to ability.
We prepare students academically to become respectful, responsible, contributing members of society.
We foster and share Christian beliefs, attitudes and values of our Catholic faith.
We model the person of Jesus and challenge each other to go beyond ourselves in the lifelong pursuit of wisdom and virtue.
Success is dependent upon expected and active participation of parents and students.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Most Blessed Trinity Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Year Founded
1841
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
179 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
89%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Altar Servers, Book & Reading Clubs, Drama/Theatre Club, Green Earth Club, National Junior Honor Society, Robotics Club, Rosary Club, Safety Patrol, Student Council, TechGYRLS Technology Club
School Notes
- In order to register, new families must submit a complet admission application (available on our website) as well as pay the annual Registration Fee. In addition, the following documents must be submitted:
- Report Card (from previous/current school)
- Reference/Contact Name & Phone (Previous Teacher, Counselor or Principal)
- Birth Certificate
- Health & Immunization Records
- Baptismal Certificate (If student is baptized)
- Once the required documents have been submitted to the school, a short, family interview with our Principal will be scheduled.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Most Blessed Trinity Academy offer?
Most Blessed Trinity Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Most Blessed Trinity Academy's ranking?
Most Blessed Trinity Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Most Blessed Trinity Academy?
The application deadline for Most Blessed Trinity Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
I`m used to be a student there for third and second grade and there were the best teachers there I luv that school there are wonderful people there like my three besties Khiana Andrea and Annette I luv them so much and totally would recommend to register for this school
5 3/14/2013
We love Most Blessed Trinity Academy. It is such a loving family. Our daughter loves her teachers and friends. Our son is excited about coming next year. It is such a safe and spiritual place for our children to learn.
5 3/14/2013
I work at Most Blessed Trinity Academy and each day, I am impressed with our community. Year after year, our students CONTINUE to impress me with their maturity, poise and caring nature. It is a pleasure to work and worship at MBTA!
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