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Where faith, love, and leaders grow.

Go forth and set the world on fire.

+St. Ignatius of Loyola

Welcome to Saint Jude Catholic School in Peoria, Illinois.

Founded in 2009, Saint Jude offers an authentic Catholic education of academic excellence in the Dominican tradition to nearly 300 students in preschool through eighth grade. We strive to form leaders for the future who are in love with the Person of Jesus Christ. Our mission focuses on fostering the formation of the whole child - spiritually, intellectually, morally, emotionally, and physically.

Academic excellence in a faith-filled environment.

Saint Jude Catholic School is a Christ-centered, student-focused community that emphasizes enriching the whole child. Our academic curriculum prepares students for their future while also fostering a strong desire to serve God’s Kingdom.

Student life that drives personal and spiritual growth.

From weekly Mass and Eucharistic Adoration to a wide range of extracurricular activities, Saint Jude seeks to form well-rounded students who are physically, mentally, and spiritually prepared for the world’s challenges.

“We believe that when students know and flourish in their gifts, they can use them not only for their own good, but also for the glory of God, for their neighbor, and for the whole world.”

- Sr. Mary André, O.P., Principal

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