Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Guidance Educational Academy
About the School
- Guidance Educational Academy in Chicago, IL, serves 135 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 7th grade in a city–based environment within the West Ridge neighborhood.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 supported by 10 teachers, offering programs through an Islamic–oriented regular elementary and secondary curriculum.
- This private elementary school ranks among the top 20% in Illinois for student diversity, with 100% of students identified as students of color.
- Guidance Educational Academy is affiliated with other religious school associations and provides education in a large city community setting.
- Enrollment includes 102 students in kindergarten through 12th grade programs, reflecting a moderate–sized, urban private school option in Chicago.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Guidance Educational Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
135 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Guidance Educational Academy often compared to?
Guidance Educational Academy is often viewed alongside schools like ICC Elementary School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Guidance Educational Academy?
The application deadline for Guidance Educational Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Guidance Educational Academy located?
Guidance Educational Academy is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other private schools located in West Ridge.
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