Our School at a Glance
Grades Served: Preschool (age 3) – 8th Grade
- Recognitions:
- National Blue Ribbon Achievement awarded September 2025
- A+ rated on Niche
- Rated “Well-Organized for Success” on the Illinois 5Essentials Survey 2020–2025
- Enrollment: ASJA has a diverse student community from 18 different zip codes
- Location: Evanston, IL, on the Skokie border — 68% of students live in Evanston/Skokie school districts
- Class Size: The students' individual needs matter at ASJA. Average 18 students; capped at 20 in Preschool, 24 in K–5, 34 in 6–8
- Faculty Experience: 260 years of combined teaching experience; 12 advanced degrees with weekly professional development and one-to-one coaching.
- Faith Formation: Our strong values and root beliefs are integrated into everyday learning; welcoming students of all faiths and traditions
- Diversity: 33% students of color; 21% non-Catholic students
- Tuition Support: 37% of students receive financial assistance or scholarships
- Campus Life: Student leadership opportunities, service and community events complemented by strong parent volunteers and partnerships.
- Academic enrichment: Coding program for grades 5–8, Spanish at all grade levels and a robust Fine Arts program
- Innovation: ASJA is a Responsive Classroom school. Building community each day in every classroom begins with daily Morning Meetings that create solid relationships with each other.
“The Academy at St. Joan of Arc (ASJA) is an amazing learning environment for students, faculty and families. Everything they do is with intention and always puts the needs of the students above all else.”
ASJA Parent | Niche review: May 2025