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St. Thomas the Apostle School

4229 N Monroe Avenue Peoria Heights, IL 61616

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 272 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,600
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 272 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,600
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 28, 2027
School Motto
Teach Truth, Build Character, and Inspire Service.

Student Body

Total Students
272 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Blue pants, khaki pants, jumpers, skirts
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
See website for tuition costs.
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Colors
Maroon and white
School Mascot
Comet

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Speech TeamSpelling Bee


Club or Organization:
Chess ClubRobotics
Scholastic BowlStudent Council


Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Spring Musical

School Notes

  • St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School, a ministry of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, strives to educate the whole person through academic excellence and faith formation.
  • We are a Christ centered community working to build the Kingdom of God.
  • We teach truth, build character, and inspire service.
  • St. Thomas School is a place "Where everyone matters and counts!".
  • St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School, a ministry of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, strives to educate the whole person through academic excellence and faith formation. We are a Christ centered community working to build the Kingdom of God. We teach truth, build character, and inspire service. St. Thomas School is a place "Where everyone matters and counts!"
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Thomas the Apostle School cost?
St. Thomas the Apostle School's tuition is approximately $5,600 for private students.
What sports does St. Thomas the Apostle School offer?
St. Thomas the Apostle School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Thomas the Apostle School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
What is St. Thomas the Apostle School's ranking?
St. Thomas the Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas the Apostle School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas the Apostle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Peoria County, IL is $6,794 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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