Marmion Academy

Marmion Academy

Private High School | Grade 9-12
1000 Butterfield Rd,  Aurora, IL
4.1
4.0
510 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. James J Quaid
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$16,000
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B
Teachers
A
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
48
Full Time Teachers
27
Part Time Teachers
21
College Prep
Average SAT
1290
Math
660
Verbal
630
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
29
Reading
29
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
17
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
88%
Clubs and Activities
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
100%
White
74.6%
Hispanic
17.2%
Two or more races
3.3%
Asian
3.3%
Native American
1%
Black
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Best All Boys Schools in Illinois
#21 Best Catholic Schools in Illinois
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 79 Students
Marquette University 67 Students
University of Dayton 60 Students
University of Iowa 55 Students
Loyola University Chicago 45 Students
Iowa State University 45 Students
Michigan State University 40 Students
University of Kentucky 39 Students
Purdue University 37 Students
Indiana University - Bloomington 36 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 103 Students
Finance 54 Students
Mechanical Engineering 44 Students
Engineering 29 Students
Biology 26 Students
Computer Science 22 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Marketing 19 Students
Accounting 17 Students
Economics 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 106 Reviews
5.0 Sophomore
5/4/2026
I have loved Marmion for the past 2 years I have been here. I feel like it gives great opportunities, exposure, and fun. The sports atmosphere could be better. I would highly recommend attending here if you want to be set up for success.
5.0 Parent
8/21/2022
Marmion offers a good environment for students to learn and the ability to be themselves. Good college prep school to be prepared for college.
4.0 Alum
12/31/2021
Marmion has had a lasting impact on me. I achieved so much in fine arts and met great people. It taught me many things that allow me to apply it to life outside of school. I would be a completely different person if I had not attended this institution.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 7 Reviews
5.0 teacher
6/18/2019
A community of believers doing their best for the students of today. Teachers here help students in any way possible to achieve their goals. Every year more things are added to create a positive educational program.
1.0 student
4/10/2019
I personally had a terrible time during my four years at Marmion. The major problem for me at Marmion was the immature and disrespectful students. I came to Marmion thinking the students would be nicer than at my public school, but I was wrong. It turned out that the public school kids were nicer an...
5.0 other
10/24/2015
As a Marine Officer going on my second tour, Illinois alum (2011), and Marmion (2007), I often point back to Marmion for both Marines returning to Chicagoland with their families as well as my friends intending on raising their boys anywhere near the Fox River Valley. Marmion's strong academic curri...
5.0 parent
1/14/2014
We could not have made a better investment in our son than his Marmion education. We feel confident from witnessing his growth that he is not only prepared to be accepted by an excellent university, but he will also do well in completing his college education honorably. We are very grateful for the...

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Marmion Academy is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 1000 Butterfield Rd in Aurora, IL. Annual tuition is $16,000. The school has a total enrollment of 510 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Marmion Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.6, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1290 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $434,052. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mooseheart Child City & School, Aurora Christian Schools, Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House, and more. Learn more about what Aurora has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Marmion Academy.

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