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St. Patrick School

15020 W Wadsworth Rd
Wadsworth, IL 60083
We are a Kindergarten through 8th grade Catholic School. Our mission, along with the parents, is to educate the total child: academically, morally, spiritually, physically, and socially in order to live as a Christian person in the 21st century.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 426 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Patrick School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres

Student Body

Total Students
426 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Patrick School's ranking?
St. Patrick School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
Everything my husband & I needed in a school/community for our children. St Pats has exceptional teachers, organized & responsive administration, wonderful/inclusive families, top-notch Principal who shows leadership & has made this a successful & thriving school & community. I couldn't ask for anything better. My children are in the best environment for learning academically & learning about their faith as well.
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5  
A wonderful school that we have been grateful to be a part of for many years. The close-knit community, dedicated staff, and outstanding curriculum had us hooked after our first child attended preschool. 9 years later we couldn't be happier with our decision to send all of our children here.
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5  
St. Patrick's School is an amazing place to send your child for an education. The entire staff is wonderful. Your child will feel safe, loved, and happy. I recommend visiting the school and meeting the principal. You will see what a great school it truly is!
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5  
St. Patrick's school is so wonderful! We have had such a wonderful experience there. I can't recommend it enough! The staff, teachers, and school community are so amazing!!
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 426 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Lake County, IL is $11,461 for elementary schools and $21,193 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lake County, IL is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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