Santa Maria Addolorata School in Chicago, IL serves 171 students in grades K–8 within a Catholic, co–educational program located in a central city community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 with 12 teaching staff supporting its elementary and middle school levels.
The student body is 98.8 percent students of color, reflecting a diverse urban population.
As a Catholic private school, it offers a religious education aligned with its faith affiliation in an urban Chicago setting.
Located near other Chicago private schools, Santa Maria Addolorata provides education at a smaller enrollment size compared to nearby PK–8 and high school programs.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
171 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Santa Maria Addolorata School?
The application deadline for Santa Maria Addolorata School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Santa Maria Addolorata School is Bennett Day School (0.4 miles away)
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