At Saint Ann Catholic School, we are dedicated to achieving our full academic, physical, social, and spiritual potential.
We strive to use our gifts in service to our school, the community, and society.
We serve, lead, and love with Christ as our model.
Saint Ann Catholic School is an extension of home. We believe parents are the primary educators of their children.
Parents give children a lifelong love of learning, Saint Ann gives them lifelong critical thinking skills necessary to be successful and meet the challenges of our changing world.
Saint Ann Catholic School has been enriching lives in the Pilsen community by providing high-quality Catholic education, cultural and community programs.
Since the beginning, Saint Ann has truly been blessed with a supportive community of parents, teachers, family members, parishioners and most importantly, the strong presence of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth.
Saint Ann's development program brings together parents, volunteers, friends, and Chicago's business community to foster the financial vitality of the school.
Our development efforts seek to create long-term relationships with friends committed to the growth and prosperity of the school.
The development office organizes and manages special events and appeals to provide financial support for scholarship assistance and educational programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Ann Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
240 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$75 before March 1, 2024; $175 after March 1, 2024
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Ann Elementary School's ranking?
St. Ann Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Ann Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Ann Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Ann Elementary School located?
St. Ann Elementary School is located in the Lower West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other private schools located in Lower West Side.
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