De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus

3434 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616

Tel: (312) 842-7355

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De La Salle Institute has a rich tradition of integrating academic excellence with faith and service that is second to none.

De La Salle is a great place to teach and work, which is quite evident from the outstanding number of excellent faculty members who have returned to serve in a variety of positions.

We believe in creating and maintaining a safe climate, a caring atmosphere and an environment that is conducive to excellent teaching and learning throughout our school.

As we continue to prepare our students for their college and university academic programs, we are confident that our co-curricular and extracurricular programs provide an important part in developing students with a well-rounded education.

We believe that we teach more than just academics. It is our responsibility to help form character and teach values.

Our entire faculty and staff at De La Salle believe in the value and dignity of each student.

This requires that we provide opportunities for each student to develop to the best of their abilities.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 699 students
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 2
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
Other school association(s)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1889

Colors

Royal blue, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Campus Size

4 acres

Student Body

Total Students

699 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

80%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

46 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 2

Admissions Director

John Brogan

Admissions Associate

Bob Garrett

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingBoxing

CheeringCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Water PoloWinter Track

Wrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

39 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

3D Printing ClubAmbassador Club

Art ClubBook Club

Boxing ClubChemistry Club

Chess ClubChoir Club

City of De La SalleCreative Writing Club

Culinary Arts ClubDance Club

Drone ClubEnvironmental Club

ESTEEM ClubFashion Club

Fitness ClubFrench Club

French N.H.S.Gaming/Gadgets/Comic Book Club

Girls Who CodeGuitar Club

Investment ClubLasallian Youth

Mandarin ClubMath Club

Mock TrialModel United Nations

National Honors SocietyPeer Ministry

R.E.A.C.H. ClubRobotics Club

S.A.D.D.Spanish Club

Spanish N.H.S.Theater Club

UAV ClubVictory Newspaper

Yearbook

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School Notes

School Motto: Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve
School Mascot: Meteors

De La Salle Institute has a rich tradition of integrating academic excellence with faith and service that is second to none.
De La Salle is a great place to teach and work, which is quite evident from the outstanding number of excellent faculty members who have returned to serve in a variety of positions.
We believe in creating and maintaining a safe climate, a caring atmosphere and an environment that is conducive to excellent teaching and learning throughout our school.
As we continue to prepare our students for their college and university academic programs, we are confident that our co-curricular and extracurricular programs provide an important part in developing students with a well-rounded education.
We believe that we teach more than just academics.
It is our responsibility to help form character and teach values.
Our entire faculty and staff at De La Salle believe in the value and dignity of each student.
This requires that we provide opportunities for each student to develop to the best of their abilities.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus offer?

De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus's ranking?

De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus?

The application deadline for De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus is Dec. 2.

In what neighborhood is De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus located?

De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus is located in the Douglas neighborhood of Chicago, IL.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 699 students
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 2
Source: Verified school update

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