Fenwick High School provides a private college preparatory education to students in ninth through twelfth grades. Established in 1929 by the Catholic Order of Dominican Friars, Fenwick High School was ranked the 5th best private Catholic high school in the state of Illinois by Niche in 2022.
1,135 students enjoy a student-to-teacher ratio of 15-to-1 and return average SAT scores of 1260 and average ACT scores of 29. Students can enroll in up to 20 AP classes that include chemistry, physics, Latin, French, literature and art history, among others.
Fenwick's graduating classes have included 187 Presidential Scholars and 30 National Merit Finalists, and each year students collectively receive millions of dollars in academic scholarships to some of the country's most prestigious universities.
Featuring outstanding Neo-Gothic architecture by architect Wilfred E. Anthony, Fenwick's new fieldhouse includes a 1,100-seat gymnasium and a 450-seat natatorium. Fenwick's water polo teams have won many state championships and the varsity hockey players have taken home the Illinois' Blackhawk Cup twice. Fenwick's volleyball, lacrosse, football, swimming and soccer athletic programs are also very strong.
Cultivating tomorrow's leaders, Fenwick High School continues to nurture academic and athletic excellence in its students as one of the state's premier learning centers.
Fenwick High School
Private High School
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Grade 9-12
505 Washington Blvd,
Oak Park, IL
963
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Peter Groom
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$18,750
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Niche Grade
A+
B+
A+
A-
A+
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
94
Full Time Teachers
73
Part Time Teachers
21
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
630
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
30
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
28
AP Pass Rate
58%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
52.9%
Female
47.1%
White
67.5%
Hispanic
16.3%
Black
6.9%
Two or more races
6.2%
Asian
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.1%
Native American
<1%
School Rankings
#5
Best Catholic Schools in Illinois
#12
Best HS For Athletes in Illinois
#20
Best College Prep Private High Schools in Illinois
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
268 Students
Marquette University
208 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison
160 Students
Loyola University Chicago
155 Students
University of Iowa
137 Students
Michigan State University
133 Students
Northwestern University
133 Students
Indiana University - Bloomington
127 Students
Purdue University
117 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
115 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
173 Students
Psychology
101 Students
Biology
89 Students
Finance
82 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
76 Students
Nursing
69 Students
Engineering
57 Students
Political Science and Government
54 Students
Computer Science
53 Students
Economics
49 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/21/2024
Honestly, Fenwick High School was an extremely unique experience. I loved every part of my high school experience but there are some things that I would change. Sometimes the administration can be a bit annoying when it comes to changing policies that should be changed or should have been changed a while ago. Really take into account what everyone wants because I feel that it is important to make sure that your student body truly feels represented by the school that they chose to go to.
8/1/2023
Happier kids Support for ALL athletic teams A strong relationship between top tier colleges and our school. After the passing of Mr. B this relationship seems to have passed as well. Many recent graduates reported and not my opinion. Helping athletes succeed when having travel late games and multiple exams nt day. Especially distance commuters. Pep rallies Turnabout dance
7/31/2023
My experience at Fenwick the past four years has been absolutely amazing. It is academically rigorous, which I really appreciate, and all of the students care greatly about their grades and future. The teachers are also wonderful and do an amazing job preparing students fir college and beyond.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/13/2022
I would strongly recommend this school for its depth and variety of curriculum. In retrospect, the continuation of its Latin department says a great deal about Fenwick's dedication to excellence in studies.
4/23/2020
Amazing experience, the faculty and staff are filled with alumni which goes to show the love that is built in and around this school. Students go on to college absolutely well prepared for all the challenges thrown at them. Can't say enough good things about our experience at FHS!
12/23/2019
two kids and 8 years at Fenwick.. both got extremely valuable educations, both academically, but also spiritually and ethically. They've gone on to college and were absolutely well prepared for all the challenges thrown at them. Can't say enough good things about our experience at Fenwick HS!
1/20/2018
My two daughters graduated from fenwick, and my son is an incoming freshman. I'm a regular working guy, and I am Puerto Rican, not your usual fenwick parent, but my children were treated with nothing but love at fenwick, and were greatly prepared for success at the University level and more Importan...
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Average Home Value
$603,105
Median Lot Size
6,534 Sq Ft
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44%
Average Household Income
$132,505
% of College Grads
72.3%
Median Age
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Average House Size
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Fenwick High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 505 Washington Blvd in Oak Park, in the Oak Park neighborhood. Annual tuition is $18,750. The school has a total enrollment of 963 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Fenwick High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $603,105. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pactt Learning Center, Trinity High School, Christ The King Jesuit College Preparatory School, and more. Learn more about what Oak Park has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Fenwick High School.