St. Patricia is an awesome school. I have 2 young children (1st and 3rd grade) in the school and each child is excelling in their classes. There is a strong sense of community, and parents who want to be involved are welcome to do so. There are no 'elite families' who run the school (maybe those who
... Read more say that wouldn't be able to get along with anyone). I am involved in the school, and I am certainly not in an 'elite' family. The teachers are caring and invested in the education of the children. The children at St. Patricia are well prepared and disiplined. If you believe in catholic education and you want your child to have the best, than St. Patricia School is an investment you should make!! Carrie D. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/31/09
I graduated from this school, and though it gave me a solid foundation to build upon (I am now married and have a great job!) I can say in all honesty that it is not what it used to be. My nieces still attend school here, and it is evident the academic standard has dropped very low. The school's enrollment
... Read more rate has taken such a beating that there was talk and still is of closing the school down. (I work for the archdicese). And the other parents are right- the 'elite' families make it difficult to fit in and find a place within the community. Read less
Posted by a student on 06/04/08
Excellent school. There are so many ways to get involved in and it really is just one big family. five stars hands down.
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Posted by a parent on 10/01/07
I have 2 children that attend St Patricia. Both of my children have scored a 99 on the standardized tera nova tests. My daughter has had poems and short stories published. She participated in accelerated 6th grade math and has a great attitude about volunteering in our local community. My son has exceded
... Read more my expectations in all his course work. They have an excellent art program and has participated in many art fairs. The parents and teachers are wonderful to work with and I look forward to a great year. The teachers backrounds include doctorates and masters degrees! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/22/07
Are there issues? Yes - too many to list. This school is run by certain parents - not the teachers or principal. I am glad I pulled my child out of this school. Public schools treat the children with more dignity and fairness and have more to offer. After paying for tuition, you still need to pay
... Read more for tutors at this school. They are not prepared for the future. Better grades are achieved by cleaning a classroom, rather than a teacher taking time to explain. Run, don't walk away from this one. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/07
I have two children currently attending St Patricia and I love the school. Are there issues? Sure, just like at any school.
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Posted by a parent on 04/26/07
I do not recommend this school for 2 major reasons: first, academically, they fall behind. There are about 3 good teachers in the school that actually make school exciting. Otherwise, their idea of teaching is having children rewrite/memorize textbooks, with 3-4 hours of homework daily. Enrollment
... Read more is declining rapidly. Families are leaving for academic reasons And more importantly, the 2nd reason: too much parent involvement by a few 'elite' families. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/16/07
My children have been attending St. Patricia's for the past 8 years. I feel so proud that are family is part of this school family. My three children are receiving an excellent education by very concerned and dedicated teachers and staff.Good morals,respect, values and spiritual teachings are incorporated
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Posted by a student on 03/03/05
My daughter loves this school. Not only is she recieving a top rate education, but she is learning morals, respect and making good judgements on her own. It is also teaching about her spiritual being and what it means and the responsibility of being God's child. She has great teachers who have wonderful
... Read more relationships with the students as well with their parents. The school community makes you feel like your part of a larger family. I rate this school a 5. Read less
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Hickory Hills schools — St Patricia School is located at 9000 S 86th Ave, Hickory Hills IL 60457. 9000 S 86th Ave is in the 60457 ZIP code in Hickory Hills, IL The school district for St Patricia School is the Archdiocese Of Chicago Education Off. St Patricia School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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