Catholic PreK-8 school in Chicago with specialized programs for dyslexia, learning disabilities, ADD, and ADHD. Blue Ribbon School
St. Daniel the Prophet School, located in Chicago, is a Catholic PreK-8 school that actively supports students with learning differences, including dyslexia, mild learning disabilities, ADD, and ADHD. The school's mission centers on developing each student's talents and abilities within a faith-based environment, with a specific commitment to learning difference programs designed to help students with these diagnoses succeed academically.
With an average class size of 27 students and dedicated learning difference programs, St. Daniel provides structured support to help students with special needs function productively in both academic and social settings. The school emphasizes instilling Catholic values while building academic skills, and offers a range of extracurricular activities including sports, arts, music programs, and clubs to support the whole child. The school was recognized as a Blue Ribbon School in 2016, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence.
St. Daniel operates on a rolling admissions basis with a 99% acceptance rate, making it accessible to families seeking Catholic education with specialized support for learning differences. For more information about their learning difference programs and admissions process, families can contact the school at (773) 586-1225 or visit stdan.net.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students688
Class Size27:1 ratio
Est.1949
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1949 |
| Total Students | 688 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 31 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 40 |
| Average Class Size | 27 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 99 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 38 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Mild Learning Differences/ADD/ADHD
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Bowling · Cheering · Football · Golf · Soccer · Softball · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Chess Club · Games Club · Recycling Club · School Newspaper · Yearbook · Arts and Music Programs: · Black Belt Recorder Club · Choir · Talent Show · Young Rembrandts (extra cost) |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School · - Selected in 2016 |
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