St. Gerald School is committed to providing an excellentCatholic education in a safe and caring environment.
We believethat each individual is unique in his/her potential. Gerald Schoolprovides religious experiences that pursue the continual study ofCatholic Theology and help our students live out the message ofJesus Christ.
Regular participation in Eucharist, various forms ofprayer, and reception of the Sacraments will be emphasized.
Eachstudent shall be taught how to apply values based on Catholicdoctrine proclaimed in the Gospel.
Gerald School encourages ourstudents to develop their individual gifts and talents.
Ourcurriculum will emphasize the basic learning tools. We will enhancebasic communication skills through listening, speaking, reading,and writing.
We will encourage our students to investigate, analyzeand apply theories in daily living, and develop critical andcreative thinking.
Gerald School guide students in a nurturingatmosphere where love and trust are evident.
We will help them inthe development of their feelings of self-worth, self-awareness andself-confidence.
Gerald School charged with the responsibility ofdeveloping our students as social beings with social skills andvirtues to live in harmony in a diverse society of all races,cultures, and nations.
We strive to instill a sense ofresponsibility in our students that will affect changes to helpbring about a more just world.
We must foster respect for self andothers while working towards building the family of God on Earth.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Gerald 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 Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
317 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Gerald School's ranking?
St. Gerald School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Gerald School?
The application deadline for St. Gerald School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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