St. Andrew Catholic School

Established in 1872, Saint Andrew School is committed to serving students (pre-K through eighth grade) and families from a variety of spiritual traditions across southwestern Illinois region by providing educational excellence and faith exploration rooted in the Roman Catholic intellectual tradition that embraces truth. Saint Andrew School prepares graduates to flourish and serve our world with a distinctive combination of stewardship, wisdom, spiritual inquiry and creative fortitude as they meet the challenges of the future.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 167 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Andrew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1872

Student Body

Total Students
167 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Andrew Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki or navy pants and navy, red or white knit shirts in polo style

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
We work on a tiered tuition model for K-8. Tuition can range from $5,360 to $3,250 per student with discounts for siblings in K-8. We also offer an assistance program for those that would qualify for it. Pre-K's tuition can range from $3,600 to $2,60

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Builder's Club, Math Counts, Speech Team, Yearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Children's Choir
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Andrew Catholic School often compared to?
St. Andrew Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Immanuel Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Andrew Catholic School offer?
St. Andrew Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Andrew Catholic School's ranking?
St. Andrew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Andrew Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Andrew Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 167 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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