Beacon Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 144 students
Yearly Tuition: $40,636
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 30 / rolling
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School Rankings

Beacon Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Beacon Academy
9	40
10	25
11	35
12	44

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

2014

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School

School Motto

College Prep Reimagined

Student Body

Total Students

144 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

44%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

94%

Average Class Size

12 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

20 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

Beacon Academy is an International Baccalaureate Programme Candidate SchoolIB Arabic Standard Level

IB BiologyIB Chemistry

IB English Literature Higher LevelIB Environmental Systems & Societies

IB French Higher Level & Standard LevelIB Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches Higher Level & Standard Level

IB Mathematics: Applications & Interpretations Standard LevelIB Philosophy Higher Level

IB PhysicsIB Spanish Higher Level & Standard Level

IB Theatre Higher Level & Standard LevelIB Theory of Knowledge

IB Visual Arts Higher Level & Standard LevelIB World History Higher Level

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS)
International Baccalaureate World School (IB)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / Jan. 30 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$40,636

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Tuition Notes

Beacon Academy Tuition includes a $1,500 annual activity fee.

% on Financial Aid

40%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Clare Heath

Admissions Associate

Paige Haden

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

BasketballBoxing

Cross CountryFencing

Flag FootballPaddle Tennis

SailingSoccer

TennisTrack and Field

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

School Mascot

Trailblazers

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

21 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Art ClubAsian Student Union

Black Student UnionDungeons and Dragons Club

Engineering ClubFilm Club

Interact ClubInterfaith Club

Jewish Cultural ClubLiterary Magazine

Math ClubModel UN

Muslim Student UnionNewspaper

Pride ClubRock Band

Scholastic BowlScience Olympiad

Service LearningYearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

Performing Arts - After School Theater

School Notes

Beacon Academy prepares students for higher-ed and beyond by helping them gain meaningful learning, real -world understanding, independence, and confidence.
From the moment students arrive on campus they know they' re a part of something unique- a close-knit community, a personalized academic journey, and exceptional life and learning experiences.This is college prep reimagined..

At Beacon Academy, students are prepared for college and life through meaningful learning, real-world insights, and the confidence to thrive. From day one, they feel the difference-a vibrant, startup-like environment and a diverse, close-knit community where every academic journey is personalized and every experience fuels growth inside and outside the classroom.Student engagement here is about ownership-showing up fully because they care deeply. Rooted in Montessori principles and informed by adolescent brain science, our curriculum meets students where they are. We foster independence, offer real choice, and create appropriate challenges built on mutual respect. When these needs are met, students become curious, engaged, and empowered-ready not just to navigate the world, but to shape it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Beacon Academy cost?

Beacon Academy's tuition is approximately $40,636 for private students.

What sports does Beacon Academy offer?

Beacon Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Boxing, Cross Country, Fencing, Flag Football, Paddle Tennis, Sailing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Beacon Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is Beacon Academy's ranking?

Beacon Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Beacon Academy?

The application deadline for Beacon Academy is Dec. 15 / Jan. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Jan. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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