Aquin Catholic Academy in Freeport to close May 29 after enrollment decline

FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Aquin Catholic Academy in Freeport will hold its final day of classes on May 29, 2026, the Diocese of Rockford announced Friday.

The decision follows months of review by a special task force and comes after years of declining enrollment and financial challenges at the school.

Bishop David Malloy accepted the recommendation to close the school after receiving input from Freeport-area pastors, families, and community members…

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