Tuition & Fees
2023-2024 Kindergarten - 8th Grade Tuition
Families registered and actively participating in one of the four Quincy Catholic Parishes that sponsor a school (Blessed Sacrament, St. Anthony, St. Francis or St. Peter):
- One child: $3,240
- Two children: $4,725
- Three or more children: $5,225
Catholic Families not actively participating in their parish or not registered in one of the four Quincy Catholic Parishes listed above or Families of another faith:
- One child: $4,400
- Two children: $7,400
- Three or more Children: $8,400
Resource Fee
New Families:
- $265 per student (Early Bird Discount)
- $415 per student (if paid after May 3, 2023)
Returning Families:
- $250 per student (Early Bird Discount)
- $400 (if paid after May 3, 2023)
In order to guarantee a space for your child(ren) - based on enrollment capacity - at any one of the four Catholic elementary schools, the non-refundable Resource Fee must be paid by Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Please note current QCES families who still owe tuition and/or fees for the current school year must pay their past due amount by Friday, May 31, 2023, in order to enroll their child(ren).
Tuition assistance is available for eligible families. Other opportunities are also available to assist families in funding Catholic education.
K-8 Tuition Payment Options
Prepaid Tuition
Parents may pay the tuition for the upcoming school year in full prior to July 1st.
FACTS Payment Plan
Enrolling in a FACTS tuition payment plan allows you to select a payment option that best suits your financial needs. Please see FACTS Tuition Payment Plan page for more information.

2023-2024 Pre-School Program
Principal: Mrs. Julie Radel
School Office:
1701 College Ave., Quincy, Illinois 62301
Please contact us to learn more about St. Francis Solanus Preschool!
217-222-4077 (7:30am to 3:30pm)
4 year old Preschool Options
Teacher: Mrs. Catherine Bruening ("Miss Catherine")
Aide: Ms. Marissa Knight ("Miss Marissa")
- Five day per week, full days, 8:10am-3:00pm.
- Five days per week, morning class only, 8:10-11:00am
- Five days per week, afternoon class only, 12:10-3:00pm
4 Year Old Preschool Tuition & Fees
$25.00 FACTS First time enrollment fee, $10.00 fee after the first year of enrollment. FACTS manages attendance, tuition billing, lunch billing, child care billing, lunch billing, student data
Half day tuition, five days per week - Tuition: $1300 / Fees: $115
- Option A: Morning class, 8:10-11:00am
- Option B: Afternoon class, 12:10-3:00pm
Full day tuition, five days per week - Tuition: $2500 / Fees: $215 (Lunch is not included)
- Option C: Monday-Friday, 8:10am-3:00pm
**Fees include snacks, purple SFSS t-shirt, school supplies, general class supplies, etc.
3 year old Preschool Options
Teacher: To be determined
Aide: To be determined
- Morning Class 8:10-11:00 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday/li>
3 Year Old Preschool Tuition & Fees
$25.00 FACTS First time enrollment fee, $10.00 fee after the first year of enrollment. FACTS manages attendance, tuition billing, lunch billing, child care billing, lunch billing, student data
Three half days in the morning - Tuition: $800 / Fees: $115
- 8:10-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
**Fees include snacks, purple SFSS t-shirt, school supplies, general class supplies, etc
Discover a Bright Future at St. Francis Solanus School: Schedule Your Tour Today!
Welcome to St. Francis Solanus School, where we nurture academic excellence, character development, and a strong sense of community in a faith-filled environment.
Our dedicated staff is committed to ensuring your child thrives and embraces their full potential. Take the first step towards a brighter future – schedule a personalized tour or request more information by contacting Mrs. Julie Radel, our Principal, at [email protected], calling 217-222-4077, or submitting an online request for more information.