Bridgeport Catholic Academy (Top Ranked 糖心原创 for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 290 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,174
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Bridgeport Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bridgeport Catholic Academy
Pre-K	50
Kind	24
1	26
2	29
3	31
4	19
5	31
6	24
7	21
8	35

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Year Founded

1985

School Calendar

School Motto

'Building Strong Minds, Compassionate Hearts, and Faith-Filled Leaders.'

Student Body

Total Students

290 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

34%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,174

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School Notes

We, at Bridgeport Catholic Academy, believe that the purpose of education is to create a Christian community living the values of the Gospel in which the children and teachers are stimulated to learn, think, share, and develop individual skills.
Our goal is that we become useful, productive, and active members of an ever-changing society.
We believe that the role of the parent/guardian is to be the primary teacher of Christian values, working with the teacher actively supporting and encouraging their children in the learning process.
At Bridgeport Catholic Academy, we believe the parents are an integral part of their child's educational development.
We believe in fostering the teachings, values and traditions of the Catholic faith and in living that faith.
We believe that opportunities for a variety of religious experiences are necessary to nurture one's personal commitment to God, neighbor and self, and to develop responsibilities to the Church and community.
We believe that the role of the teacher is to encourage, guide and instruct the students in mastering the goals and objectives of the school curriculum using a variety of teaching strategies and resources.

We, at Bridgeport Catholic Academy, believe that the purpose of education is to create a Christian community living the values of the Gospel in which the children and teachers are stimulated to learn, think, share, and develop individual skills. Our goal is that we become useful, productive, and active members of an ever-changing society. We believe that the role of the parent/guardian is to be the primary teacher of Christian values, working with the teacher actively supporting and encouraging their children in the learning process. At Bridgeport Catholic Academy, we believe the parents are an integral part of their child's educational development. We believe in fostering the teachings, values and traditions of the Catholic faith and in living that faith. We believe that opportunities for a variety of religious experiences are necessary to nurture one's personal commitment to God, neighbor and self, and to develop responsibilities to the Church and community. We believe that the role of the teacher is to encourage, guide and instruct the students in mastering the goals and objectives of the school curriculum using a variety of teaching strategies and resources.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does Bridgeport Catholic Academy cost?

Bridgeport Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $6,174 for private students.

What schools are Bridgeport Catholic Academy often compared to?

Bridgeport Catholic Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. Jerome Catholic School by visitors of our site.

What is Bridgeport Catholic Academy's ranking?

Bridgeport Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Bridgeport Catholic Academy?

The application deadline for Bridgeport Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Bridgeport Catholic Academy located?

Bridgeport Catholic Academy is located in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in Bridgeport.

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