2022 Best Schools in Smithton Township

• Belleville, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  68 reviews

Parent: I have 2 daughters at Governor French Academy (ages 8 & 5). Both girls were enrolled at age 4, so we've been a part of the school for several years now. I can honestly say that we absolutely love & appreciate the faculty & curriculum at GFA! The teachers are focused on providing the best education possible & I can see the progress in my children's learning & progress. I highly recommend this school!... Read 68 reviews

• grade A

• Students 137

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Belleville, IL•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  90 reviews

Alum: The school overall is a excellent place to learn. The staff is very helpful and caring. The diversity could be better, this is in regards to the staff and student population. However, it seems as though the administration knows this and are making steps to help diversify the school. Though, they are typically a sports school they have a excellent drama and music department.... Read 90 reviews

• grade A

• Students 310

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Smithton, IL•

• Public School•

• PK, K-8

• grade A

• Students 556

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Waterloo, IL•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  53 reviews

Senior: My overall experience at Gibault Catholic High School has been excellent! The family-like atmosphere is unmatchable and the benefits of the small size are resounding. Students at Gibault are able to make personal connections with the teachers and staff which allows for a comfortable and safe learning environment. Every member of the staff is incredibly passionate about their job and sincerely wants all of their students to be successful. Students are also given the chance to participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities. At Gibault, you can find students who play basketball, are in the band, and are apart of multiple clubs! Gibault, being a catholic school, cultivates the pursuit of excellence by encouraging its students to express their faith. Overall, Gibault is a great school that provides its students with unique opportunities and prepares them for their future wonderfully.... Read 53 reviews

• grade A

• Students 180

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Freeburg Community Consolidated School District No. 70, IL•

• 3-8

• grade A minus

• Students 530

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• O Fallon, IL•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  19 reviews

Alum: Even though I was only in FBA for 3 years of high school, this was probably the best high school to graduate from because of many things: its Literature/English program, its welcoming community, and the incredibly caring teachers. Every single teacher there, whether I was in their class or not, cared deeply for me and understood that grades came third to my relationship with God and my well-being. Very highly suggest this school if you're looking for a private school near O'Fallon, IL. It also prepared me for college in a way that I would not have gotten anywhere else. One of the only drawbacks is that they are a small school so they don't have a lot of options for sports.... Read 19 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 227

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Millstadt Community Consolidated School District No. 160, IL•

• 3-8

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  Rating 1 out of 5  2 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 496

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Freeburg, IL•

• Public School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.71 out of 5  123 reviews

Junior: My experience at Freeburg Community High School has been overall pretty good. I didn't go to Freeburg Grade School, so I didn't know anyone. My mom told me the only way to get to know people is to get involved with a club. I decided to join cross country and FFA at Freeburg. This was the best decision I have ever made! Through both of these programs, I met amazing students and teachers. Personally, I felt like Freeburg was very welcoming and supportive. Some things I would change about Freeburg High School are the food and the lockers. I do not think the food is good at all. One of my friends got chicken on her salad, and it did not look appetizing or fully cooked. Lastly, the lockers are way too small and close together. Many students have ripped their backpacks or weren't able to fir them in their locker.... Read 123 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 653

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Belleville Township High School District No. 201, IL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  329 reviews

Senior: Belleville West was a good school because it was a newer facility and the administration was respectful, the students their have and still are growing into their gifts and talents. I myself have learned a lot from attending Belleville West campus after moving from the Belleville East Campus. My sister and I both rode the bus together to and back home from school. I’m proud of the women we will both become and attending Belleville West had a hand to play in that development. When I look back at the fun and all of the experiences I had and learned from, I am greatful to been able to have them in a safe environment like the Belleville West Campus. I believe that many other students at Belleville West feel the same way. I also believe that the administration at Belleville West will continue to grow and develop students into becoming citizens that will productively contribute to civilization. I am proud to say that I attended Belleville West.... Read 329 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 2,112

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Belleville Township High School District No. 201, IL•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.76 out of 5  468 reviews

Alum: Overall, I liked going to Belleville East. Certain teachers were beyond amazing, while others lacked student understand. The big reason I enjoyed my time at East was the band, specifically, the marching band. The band was my second family, my second home. I made lifelong friends that I still keep in touch with to this day, and I honestly can't imagine what my life would be like if I had never been in band. The instructors were and continue to be amazing; they made practices fun and exciting. Above all that, however, they and everyone else made me feel like I would always have somewhere to go and someone to talk to. It was an experience I will never forget.... Read 468 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 2,462

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Belleville School District No. 118, IL•

• 5-8

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Middle School Student: I go to this school and I will be graduating this year actually. I find the environment here at Central very diverse and calming.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B

• Students 414

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Belleville School District No. 118, IL•

• PK, K-6

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade B minus

• Students 459

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Freeburg Community Consolidated School District No. 70, IL•

• PK, K-2

• grade B+

• Students 267

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Millstadt Community Consolidated School District No. 160, IL•

• PK, K-2

• grade unavailable

• Students 263

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• O Fallon, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Senior: I love the teachers and the system, the nuns are the kindest and the people there are so sweet. At first, I was afraid of the idea of attending a catholic school, I thought it would be too strict, but actually I didn't expect to love it there that much.... Read 2 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Students 496

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Waterloo, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• Students 318

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Columbia, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• Students 314

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Belleville, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• •
  Rating 3.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: Zion Lutheran School is an amazing place where every child is known by name. From the teachers and staff to the students, there is a wonderful sense of family, love and support. I have three kids that attend school at Zion and I know they are receiving a great, challenging education and being fed spiritually. Learning how to treat others with kindness and compassion while building confidence both academically, emotionally and socially is part of each and every day at the school. We couldn't be more happy with our choice to send our children to Zion.... Read 3 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Students 293

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Belleville, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• Students 243

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Red Bud, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• Students 222

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Belleville, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• Students 211

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Mascoutah, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• Students 208

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Belleville, IL•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: The school does a fantastic job of creating an atmosphere for learning. At no time have my children had to deal with any type of bullying nor have I heard of other children dealing with these issues. The teachers and administrators of the school are extremely responsive to the parents. The sense of community and belonging that is imparted to all families makes this a wonderful place. The school is known for developing the leaders within the metro east community and delivers on that promise.... Read 1 review

• grade unavailable

• Students 205

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• East Saint Louis, IL•

• Preschool

• grade unavailable

• Students 160

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Fairview Heights, IL•

• Private School•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Works Here: How the staff interact with the kids getting to know who they are and supporting one another whenever the people needs them the most. Illinois Center for Autism has given me the opportunity to expand my horizons such as pursuing my dreams in becoming a Special Education Teacher. If it wasn't for them than I would be lost and unsure as to what I want to do.... Read 1 review

• grade unavailable

• Students 158

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1