Catholic School CompassTrue north for Catholic families.
Aerial view of De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus
Aerial imagery: U.S. Geological Survey (public domain). USGS

Catholic high school

De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus

  • LocationChicago, IL
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 765 students
Official website

De La Salle Institute is an independent Catholic secondary school in Chicago rooted in the Lasallian tradition. Campus Ministry offers a Friday morning prayer in the school chapel and gatherings for Mass in the Parmer Activity Center, and every class has a retreat. Students complete theology in each year of high school and 10 hours of Christian service per semester of theology.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.5 mi1 mi2 miHoly Angels Catholic Church: 0.9 mi1Saint Jerome's Croatian Catholic Church: 0.9 mi2Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church: 1.1 mi3St. Therese Chinese Catholic Church: 1.5 mi4Saint Mary of Perpetual Help Roman Catholic Church: 1.5 mi5Monastery of the Holy Cross: 1.6 mi6Campus Ministry (office in the Media Center; school chapel): 0.0 miDe La Salle Institute - Institute Campus (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Holy Angels Catholic Church — 0.9 mi · 555-605 East Oakwood Boulevard, Chicago
  2. Saint Jerome's Croatian Catholic Church — 0.9 mi · 2823 South Princeton Avenue, Chicago
  3. Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church — 1.1 mi · 653 West 37th Street, Chicago
  4. St. Therese Chinese Catholic Church — 1.5 mi · 218 West Alexander Street, Chicago
  5. Saint Mary of Perpetual Help Roman Catholic Church — 1.5 mi · 1039 West 32nd Street, Chicago
  6. Monastery of the Holy Cross — 1.6 mi · 3111 South Aberdeen Street, Chicago

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

N/ASacramental life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Sacramental life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearA few times a year (Gatherings for Mass are confirmed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “gathering together for Mass in the Parmer Activity Center”
      Mass gatherings are held for students; no frequency is published.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (School Masses are celebrated; recorded as a visiting or shared priest.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “gathering together for Mass in the Parmer Activity Center”
      Mass gatherings are held for students; no frequency is published.
BTheology and curriculum: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

80 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredThree years (The school requires 3.5 credits of theology. Theology is taken in all four years at 1 credit per year; 3.5 credits rounds down to three full-year equivalents under the rounding rule.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide | De La Salle Institutedls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026%20-%202027%20De%20La%20Salle%20Institute%20Curriculum%20Guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “3.5 credits in Theology”
      Graduation requires 3.5 credits in theology.
      “De La Salle Institute is an independent Catholic secondary school rooted in the tradition of Christian education”
      The school describes itself as an independent Catholic secondary school.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (The Faith, Science, and Reason elective addresses questions of faith and reason, such as whether God's existence can be proven.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide | De La Salle Institutedls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026%20-%202027%20De%20La%20Salle%20Institute%20Curriculum%20Guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This elective course explores the historically tenuous relationship between religion and science”
      The Faith, Science, and Reason elective examines questions of faith and reason.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide | De La Salle Institutedls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026%20-%202027%20De%20La%20Salle%20Institute%20Curriculum%20Guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The overarching understandings of faith, service, community, and social justice are permeated throughout the curriculum”
      The theology course description states that faith and service themes run throughout the curriculum.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

87 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (Freshmen and sophomores have a one-day retreat, juniors a two-day retreat and seniors a one-day retreat.)
    Sources (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide | De La Salle Institutedls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026%20-%202027%20De%20La%20Salle%20Institute%20Curriculum%20Guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshmen and sophomores participate in a one-day retreat that may be”
      Freshmen and sophomores have a one-day retreat.
    2. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Class Retreats are a way to connect with your peers.”
      Class retreats are held for each class.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (The Campus Ministry Team lists a VP of Mission and Ministry, two assistant campus ministers and a Lasallian Youth moderator; the staff page also lists a Campus Minister.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Ms. Emily Vogel Vice President of Mission and Ministry”
      Emily Vogel is Vice President of Mission and Ministry.
      “Mr. Dan Dowling Assistant Campus Minister”
      Dan Dowling is Assistant Campus Minister.
    2. Staff & Faculty | De La Salle Institutedls.org/about-us/staff-faculty · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Miguel Patino Campus Minister”
      Miguel Patino is listed as Campus Minister.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsOne (Lasallian Youth is a student-led club focused on faith, service, community and social justice.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “is focused on faith, service, community, and social justice”
      Lasallian Youth is a student-led club focused on faith, service, community and social justice.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayNot enough information: not found in official sources.
AService and Catholic social teaching: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required service hours40 or more hours over four years (Each semester of theology requires 10 service hours, for a total of 80 hours over eight semesters.)
    Sources (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide | De La Salle Institutedls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026%20-%202027%20De%20La%20Salle%20Institute%20Curriculum%20Guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each semester of Theology requires 10 service hours.”
      Each semester of theology requires 10 service hours.
    2. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students are required to complete 10 hours per semester of Theology class.”
      All students must complete 10 service hours each theology semester.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide | De La Salle Institutedls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026%20-%202027%20De%20La%20Salle%20Institute%20Curriculum%20Guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This course seeks to form the minds of young people who are called to use Catholic social teachings in their”
      The Theology IV Christian Social Justice course uses Catholic social teaching.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs And Activities | De La Salle Institutedls.org/academics/clubs-and-activities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Join an immersion trip and learn about a new culture.”
      Lasallian Youth offers immersion trips and service.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Theology is taught in every year of high school, and each theology semester requires 10 service hours.
    Sources (2)
    1. 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide | De La Salle Institutedls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026%20-%202027%20De%20La%20Salle%20Institute%20Curriculum%20Guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each semester of Theology requires 10 service hours.”
      Each semester of theology requires 10 service hours.
    2. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “All students are required to complete 10 hours per semester of Theology class.”
      All students must complete 10 service hours each theology semester.
  • Campus Ministry has a published team of several staff members.
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Ms. Emily Vogel Vice President of Mission and Ministry”
      Emily Vogel is Vice President of Mission and Ministry.
      “Mr. Dan Dowling Assistant Campus Minister”
      Dan Dowling is Assistant Campus Minister.
  • The Christian Social Justice course uses Catholic social teaching.
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-2027 Curriculum Guide | De La Salle Institutedls.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026%20-%202027%20De%20La%20Salle%20Institute%20Curriculum%20Guide.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This course seeks to form the minds of young people who are called to use Catholic social teachings in their”
      The Theology IV Christian Social Justice course uses Catholic social teaching.

Concerns

None recorded.

Know something we missed? Suggest a correction.

Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry (office in the Media Center; school chapel)

  • Address: 3434 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60616
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel, Media Center office

View on map ↗

Source: dls.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, dls.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

6 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 0 off campus, 5 location not published

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • Friday Morning PrayerOn campus
    Fridays, 7:45 a.m.
    A weekly prayer in the school chapel, led by peer ministers.
    dls.org, dls.org
  • Gatherings for Mass
    Students gather together for Mass in the Parmer Activity Center.
    dls.org

Faith formation 1

  • Peer Ministry
    Juniors and seniors who foster the spiritual life of students through retreats, liturgy and prayer services.
    dls.org

Clubs and groups 1

  • Lasallian Youth
    Thursdays
    A student-led club focused on faith, service, community and social justice, with immersion trips.
    dls.org, dls.org

Retreats 1

  • Class retreats
    Freshmen and sophomores have a one-day retreat, juniors a two-day overnight retreat and seniors a one-day retreat.
    dls.org, dls.org

Service 1

  • Christian Service-Learning Experience
    Each theology semester requires 10 hours of service with non-profit organizations.
    dls.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (2)
  1. Campus Ministry | De La Salle Institutedls.org/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Ms. Emily Vogel Vice President of Mission and Ministry”
    Emily Vogel is Vice President of Mission and Ministry.
    “the Campus Ministry office (located in the Media Center)”
    The Campus Ministry office is in the Media Center.
    “the Campus Ministry office (located in the Media Center)”
    The Campus Ministry office is in the Media Center.
  2. De La Salle Institutedls.org · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “3434 South Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60616, USA”
    The school's address.

Reach out

Contact details for Ms. Emily Vogel (Vice President of Mission and Ministry) and 3 official social and news channels are available to signed-in users.

Sign in Create a free account

We keep campus ministers’ emails behind sign-in to protect them from spam.

My rating and notes

Sign in or create a free account to rate this school privately, keep notes, and save it to your list.

Academic Excellence

CAcademic Excellence: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
62 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.88%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.15.5 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeIndependent Catholic school
DioceseArchdiocese of Chicago, IL
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)765
Students in grades 9–12765
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio15.5 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges88%
SettingCity

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Chicago

His Eminence Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago

Formal address: “Your Eminence”

Source: usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

About this school’s data

Questions families ask

Is De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus a Catholic high school?
Yes. De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus is a Catholic high school in the Archdiocese of Chicago.
What is De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus’s Compass Score?
82 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Is De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus Compass Recommended?
Yes. De La Salle Institute - Institute Campus meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

Reviews

Personal experiences from signed-in readers. Reviews are moderated automatically and never change a school’s grades.

No reviews yet.

Sign in to write a review.

More in Illinois · Illinois rankings