St. Mary Catholic School of Park Forest, Illinois, a school of choice, is committed to providing an environment of Christian values, intellectual stimulation, self respect, social growth, family life, and a sense of community.
Our School consists of a dedicated and experienced staff that challenge the students to strive for excellence in their academic endeavors as well as their daily activities.
St. Mary School provides a safe environment that allows each child to reach their full potential.
Special attention is also given to students with specific needs through individual tutoring with teachers' aides and volunteers.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
98 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Mary Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(Seventh Day Adventist)
119 Chestnut St
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(708) 481-8909
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Faith Movers Academy
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425 Exchange St
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(708) 279-1012
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 279-1012
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(Assembly of God)
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(708) 748-0327
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-0327
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Daycare / Preschool
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(708) 748-2223
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-2223
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Mother Teresa Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
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(708) 748-6686
Steger, IL 60475
(708) 748-6686
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(708) 672-3262
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-3262
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 258 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
700 Ashland Ave
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(708) 755-7565
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(708) 755-7565
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(708) 991-7281
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(708) 991-7281
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Special Program Emphasis
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(708) 756-5000
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 756-5000
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(708) 382-5278
Tinley Park, IL 60487
(708) 382-5278
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(708) 481-8909
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(708) 748-0327
Matteson, IL 60443
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Mother Teresa Catholic Academy
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(708) 748-6686
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(708) 748-6686
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 165 students
448 Cass St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-5850
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-5850
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(708) 672-3262
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(708) 672-3262
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Faith Movers Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
425 Exchange St
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 279-1012
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 279-1012
1.8 miles
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South Suburban Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
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(708) 748-0327
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-0327
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Gr: PK-5 | 24 students Tuition listed
Childrens 2nd Language Academy
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(708) 748-2223
Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 748-2223
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(708) 748-6686
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(708) 748-6686
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(708) 248-5926
Steger, IL 60475
(708) 248-5926
3.3 miles
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(815) 727-6810
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