Run by the Archdiocese of Chicago, St. Stanislaus Kostka Academy is a highly rated Catholic-based elementary school serving students in Grades pre-K through 8. Founded in 1874 as part of the St. Stanislaus parish in the Wicker Park neighborhood, the school’s motto is “Faith, Virtue, Valor: Expressway to Excellence.” St. Stanislaus Kostka Academy, known locally as “St. Stans,” combines Catholic values with rigorous academics. Its graduates consistently go on to some of the most competitive high schools in Chicago, including Lane Technical Academy, Walter Payton High School, and St. Ignatius Preparatory. St. Stanislaus’ 3 acre campus provides bright, friendly classrooms, fully equipped labs and numerous outdoor spaces, including an urban garden, a soccer field and a large playground. Programs include language education in Mandarin and Spanish beginning in the early grades, social-emotional learning and STEM. Enrolling over 150 students, St. Stanislaus’ vision is to prepare students for excellence in a respectful and supportive environment. Extracurricular activities include choir, drama, chess club, coding, robotics, music, and several athletic programs.
St Stanislaus Kostka Academy
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
1255 N Noble St,
Chicago, IL
172
Students
A
School Details
Head of School
Principal Michele Alday-engelman
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Annual Tuition
$7,300
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Niche Grade
A-
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
19
Full Time Teachers
15
Part Time Teachers
4
Teachers in First or Second Year
10%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
60.6%
Female
39.4%
Hispanic
44.2%
White
25.7%
Two or more races
15%
Black
10.6%
Asian
4.4%
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This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/25/2020
My kids love to go to school everyday. Always telling us about their day. The teachers and staff always make it feel very welcome. Very outstanding teachers.
GreatSchools Reviews
10/27/2023
As a mother of three kids who attend St. Stanislaus Kostka School, I couldn't be happier with the educational experience they are receiving. Here are a few reasons why I believe this school is an exceptional choice for my children:Academic Excellence: The school's commitment to academic excellence i...
10/24/2023
We love the community feel of the school.
5/17/2023
dont send your kids here. its horrific.
2/7/2020
I would give the school 5 out of 5 stars. My children are growing not just in academics but socio/emotional as well. This is due to the teachers and curriculums
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Map
About West Town
List Price Range
$146K - $13.8M
Homes For Sale
8
Average Home Value
$707,876
Median Lot Size
2,613 Sq Ft
% Renters
63%
Household Income
$154,947
% of College Grads
76.6%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
3,292 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
75.1%
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