St. Francis High School serves 697 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).
The student:teacher of St. Francis High School is 14:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Francis High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Student Body
Total Students
697 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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What is St. Francis High School's ranking?
St. Francis High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis High School?
The application deadline for St. Francis High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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