Saint Bruno School is a Catholic elementary school dedicated to educating the youth of its diverse parish.
As such, the school provides a foundation of academic excellence with a contemporary, Christ-centered curriculum in a positive, respectful atmosphere.
We prepare our students for life-long learning and responsible citizenship in the Church and global community.
St. Bruno School has a commitment to a superior standard of academic quality and achievement.
It is our purpose to create a learning environment that addresses the needs of the whole child.
We, therefore, strive to provide for the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth of the child.
St. Bruno School is an integral part of St. Bruno’s parish community, rich in ethnic values and traditions.
The parish shares needed spiritual, financial and volunteer support. St. Bruno School is actively involved in the continuous process of forming an educational faith community.
By working in partnership with parents, we hope to prepare our students to be responsible citizens who will serve and teach others as Jesus did.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Bruno Continuation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1959
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
basketball, bitty basketball, computers, drama, homework club, movie club, science club, soccer, volleyball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Bruno Continuation School often compared to?
St. Bruno Continuation School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Richard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Bruno Continuation School?
The acceptance rate of St. Bruno Continuation School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
What sports does St. Bruno Continuation School offer?
St. Bruno Continuation School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Indoor Soccer, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Bruno Continuation School?
The application deadline for St. Bruno Continuation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Bruno Continuation School located?
St. Bruno Continuation School is located in the Archer Heights neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other private schools located in Archer Heights.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Bruno Continuation School vs. St. Richard Elementary School
The nearest high school to St. Bruno Continuation School is Misericordia South (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Richard Elementary School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Teddy Bear Day Care Center (0.4 miles away)
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Teddy Bear Day Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-PK | 60 students 0.4 miles 5160 S Pulaski Road
Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 476-0700
Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 476-0700
0.4
NS-PK
60
St. Richard Elementary School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 204 students 0.7 miles 5025 S Kenneth Ave
Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 582-8083
Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 582-8083
0.7
PK-8
204
Los Pequenos Angelitos
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 25 students 0.9 miles 3711 W 55th St
Chicago, IL 60632
(312) 218-9816
Chicago, IL 60632
(312) 218-9816
0.9
PK-K
25
Kiddy Care Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: K | 100 students 1 miles 4444 S Kedzie Ave
Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 247-6642
Chicago, IL 60632
(773) 247-6642
1
K
100
Grades: K-8 | 139 students 1.2 miles 5515 S Sawyer Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 737-3454
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 737-3454
1.2
K-8
139
School Reviews
5 2/17/2021
I`m keeping this anonymous, but I love it here. After the pandemic, when we switched to e-learning, I would sometimes ask questions late at night and the teachers will answer in a few minutes.
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