To restore all things in Christ, we, the parishioners, parents, and faculty of St. Pius X Roman Catholic Elementary School and Preschool freely accept the command to teach the Good News.
As part of our Parish Community, we are committed to develop each child's character, intellect and identity to provide them with a foundation to live a life modeled on Jesus Christ.
As a Catholic school, we recognize our parents' God given responsibility as their children's primary and first educators.
We the administrators, teachers, and staff accept our roles in assisting and supporting our parents in their task to prepare their children to live in a global society. We will honor the dignity of each individual and give each person respect he/she deserves.
We will nurture, challenge, and shape each child's intellectual, physical, emotional, spiritual, moral and social development.
We will share our Catholic Christian values with one another while giving witness to them in our academic curriculum. We will strive to teach as Jesus taught.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Pius X Elementary 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
Year Founded
1954
Student Body
Total Students
357 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Chess Club, Lego Club, Spanish Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Staff, Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Cross Country, Developmental Sports League, Track & Field, Volleyball
Art Club, Chess Club, Lego Club, Spanish Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Staff, Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Cross Country, Developmental Sports League, Track & Field, Volleyball
School Notes
- To restore all things in Christ, we, the parishioners, parents, and faculty of St. Pius X Parish School freely accept the command to teach the Good News. As part of our Parish Community, we are committed to develop each child's character, intellect and identity to provide them with a foundation to live a life modeled on Jesus Christ. As a Catholic school, we recognize our parents' God given responsibility as their children's primary and first educators. We the administrators, teachers, and staff accept our roles in assisting and supporting our parents in their task to prepare their children to live in a global society. We will honor the dignity of each individual and give each person respect he/she deserves. We will nurture, challenge, and shape each child's intellectual, physical, emotional, spiritual, moral and social development. We will share our Catholic Christian values with one another while giving witness to them in our academic curriculum. We will strive to teach as Jesus taught.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Pius X Elementary School offer?
St. Pius X Elementary School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Pius X Elementary School's ranking?
St. Pius X Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Pius X Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Pius X Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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