St. Cajetan Elementary School

Saint Cajetan Parish School, in partnership with parents and guardians, educates children intellectually, spiritually, and morally in the context of a strong Catholic environment which foster diversity and discipleship in building the kingdom of God through words and deeds.
St. Cajetan School consists of twenty classrooms with additional facilities that support academic and physical education programs.
The basic curriculum includes religion, reading, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, computer science, music, art and physical education.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 450 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

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

Student Body

Total Students
450 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
St. Cajetan Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Cajetan Elementary School's ranking?
St. Cajetan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Cajetan Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Cajetan Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Cajetan Elementary School located?
St. Cajetan Elementary School is located in the Kennedy Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of Advent
December 01, 2024 (Sunday)
Return from Thanksgiving Break
December 02, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day for 8th Graders
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
Preschool Art Show and Last Day for Preschool
June 02, 2025 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 450 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $11,588 for elementary schools and $19,185 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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