St. Francis High School

2130 West Roosevelt Road

Wheaton, IL 60187

27 Reviews

School District
Grade

9-12
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 01, 2024

We have two that have graduated from St. Francis and two that are currently enrolled at the school. Our children are very lucky to be apart of a wonderful community of teachers, students and families that support our children in helping them become their best self. We have been extremely happy with the academic program and how well our children are prepared for college with one at the University of Michigan and one at the University of Dayton. The religious aspect of St. Francis is just as important as the academics, a strong moral foundation is extremely important in our eyes as parents. We have lots of great options with schools in our area, but we felt a smaller school like St. Francis would benefit our kids academically and socially. We’ve been blessed to send our kids to this wonderful school.
Submitted by student on February 16, 2023

I want to leave this school. I hope someone who works at the school sees this so they can help.
Submitted by parent on September 18, 2018

My daughter has thrived at St. Francis. The academics are challenging, and her teachers are accessible and encouraging if she has any questions or problems with a course. Her confidence has risen. There are numerous extra curricular activities for students to become involved with, and she is taking the opportunity to explore different clubs and interests. She is getting a good foundation academically and spiritually for life after high school.
Submitted by parent on June 12, 2018

They spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to build a football stadium that constantly floods, for a football team that isn't that great. But they can't find money to get air conditioning for the school, something that every student would benefit from installing. Or they could use the money to build a bridge to get students and their families safely across Roosevelt.
Submitted by other on October 06, 2017

Very disappointing behavior from the school that is not living up to its charter. Cancelling a football game with another school because it is a "bad neighborhood" is unchristian and unprofessional and unnecessary. Perhaps if more expensive school kids met poor school kids the world would be a better place. So disappointed.
Submitted by parent on May 10, 2014

My daughter is just about to finish her first year at St. Francis. She loves the school and her friends. We are all very happy to be sending her there. It would be very easy and much cheaper to send her to the local public high school down the road, but SF is the right choice for her and our family. Kudos to the wonderful Fine Arts program at SF!
Submitted by parent on May 06, 2014

We have had a fantastic experience at St. Francis School! My son transferred from the Wheaton Public Schools and was warmly welcomed by students, teachers, coaches and staff here at St. Francis. The environment is immensely supportive and there is a place for everyone. Extra curricular activities are many and varied with outstanding coaches and club sponsors. There is an emphasis on providing for the needy and community service is a part of the curriculum. Faith and kindness are ever present at St. Francis. Prayer is a part of every day and students attend monthly Mass with student vocalists, musicians, liturgical and eucharistic ministers. Parents are invited to attend and many do so. St. Francis Masses are quite inspirational. Parental support and volunteerism is encouraged and one of the many attributes that makes St. Francis so uniquely special. We feel privileged to be a part of this positive, welcoming St. Francis community!
Submitted by parent on April 07, 2014

We have had three children attend St Francis high school. We are thrilled with the impact the school has had on each one of our children. They have all been challenged academically. They have grown in their faith. The best way we can sum up their teachers is that as a group, they care. We couldnt be happpier with the overall experience the school provided.
Submitted by parent on March 08, 2014

We absolutely love St Francis High School. It offers the complete education for a student. Academics, exceptional teachers, great leadership and direction, and too many extracurricular opportunities to count, I am pretty sure that almost every student is involved in an activity. My children who have graduated from St Francis have done very well in college. True, we have great public schools in Wheaton, but I wouldn't trade the St Francis experience for anything.
Submitted by parent on March 05, 2014

When my children were in 8th grade I encouraged them to shadow at all of the high schools in our area. All three of my children chose St. Francis primarily because they felt at home when they visited. The St. Francis community pushed all of my children to be their best academically, athletically and spiritually. They left St. Francis as a more well-rounded person than when they arrived with lifelong friends and mentors.
Submitted by parent on March 04, 2014

My wife and I went all thru Catholic schools and wanted the same for our children. We have had two already graduate from Francis, they both had great experiences. Both were admitted to every college they applied to and ended up at their first choice. Our youngest is having the same great experience. From the staff, to the teachers, coaches and AD, we can't be more proud to say we are a Francis Family!
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2014

St. Francis High School has been a wonderful experience for our entire family. We have a 2011 graduate and two still there. From the teachers to coaches to administrators, everyone at St. Francis feels like family.
Submitted by parent on February 26, 2014

My daughter has thrived at SFHS. This is a well run school with lots of parent involvement and a strong community feel.
Submitted by parent on February 25, 2014

Everything about St. Francis HS makes me feel fortunate to have such a place to send my kids to high school. The atmosphere is warm and friendly with the highest level of achievement as the everyday goal. The administration and teachers alike are enthusiastic and caring and pay close attention to the progress of their students. There are many ways for students to be involved in the St. Francis community with a wide array of great programs including academic clubs, sports, theater, a variety of musical groups and more. I have two children at St. Francis...one about to graduate and the other with two years to go and I am very pleased with the quality of the education they are receiving and the atmosphere in which they are learning!
Submitted by parent on February 25, 2014

We have had 3 children attend SF. It has been the perfect school for each of them. We are so blessed to have been able to give the gift of a St Francis education to our kids.
Submitted by other on February 20, 2014

SFHS is the best. I graduated in 2003, and I walked away with plenty of life skills that I continue to use to this day. There is a family atmosphere created at SFHS that I have not seen in my post-high school life. i still regularly see my 15 'best friends' from high school, and i love that.
Submitted by parent on February 20, 2014

St Francis is a great college preparatory school! High achieving students are challenged with a curriculum that includes many honors and AP classes. Average students are encouraged and challenged to be their best! Awesome fine art, athletic and campus ministry programs. With the academics and the many extracurricular opportunities, this school truly offers an wonderful high school opportunity for all students.....and their parents!
Submitted by parent on February 20, 2014

My son loves the school and so do I. St. Francis is a school where everyone cares about each other. The environment is safe and the teachers cars about the students.
Submitted by parent on February 19, 2014

SFHS is a fabulous academic institution that offers a complete educational experience for all students. What is a complete educational experience? I am talking about an experience that fosters challenges for young adults to realize their potential in academics, sports, music/arts, diversified extra curriculars and most importantly in growing through human interaction with faculty and peers supported by the presence of Christian values. Our honors and AP classes are of collegiate standards. The world needs the talent of our students to be emotionally, spiritually, and physiologically prepared to embrace the future with a humble confidence that is anchored in the solid virtue of helping others reach their potential, hence a "we" versus "me" attitude resonates strongly in the confines of SFHS and the SFHS community. There are few investments that will realize the potential yield that a family gains when investing in the SFHS experience. Hard work is expected, accountability is high but respect and support are everywhere. We are not for eveyone, but our doors are open to all. I urge everyone to consider SFHS. It is a blessing that keeps on giving. Peace and wellness to all.
Submitted by parent on February 19, 2014

I have two daughters that are at St. Francis and we have had a great experience! They do a great job of transitioning the kids to High School and there is a true family feel that provides them a comfort and confidense to excell. They also do a good job of spending time with the kids and truly preparing them for college. We have loved our relationship with St. Francis and highly recommend it!