Ida Crown Jewish Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Ida Crown Jewish Academy

5.00 (5 reviews)

8233 Central Park Avenue Skokie, IL 60076

Tel: (773) 973-1450

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 212 students
Acceptance rate: 75%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 212 students
Acceptance rate: 75%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Ida Crown Jewish Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Ida Crown Jewish Academy
9	52
10	57
11	49
12	54

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Year Founded

1942

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

212 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,900 (2022)

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Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

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Sports

Colors

White, Blue, Red

School Mascot

Ace

School Notes

Ida Crown Jewish Academy's mission, as a co-educational Modern Orthodox high school, is to create an environment conducive for the intellectual and emotional growth of each student, and to afford him or her the opportunities necessary for self-actualization.
We are dedicated to a path of excellence in education, emphasizing high ethical standards, a commitment to Chesed, and a love for Medinat Yisrael.
We seek to inspire Bnei Torah to become contributing members to society.
Our goal is to prepare our students with life-long learning skills necessary to continue their education after graduation at various Yeshivot, seminaries, and universities.

Ida Crown Jewish Academy's mission, as a co-educational Modern Orthodox high school, is to create an environment conducive for the intellectual and emotional growth of each student, and to afford him or her the opportunities necessary for self-actualization. We are dedicated to a path of excellence in education, emphasizing high ethical standards, a commitment to Chesed, and a love for Medinat Yisrael. We seek to inspire Bnei Torah to become contributing members to society. Our goal is to prepare our students with life-long learning skills necessary to continue their education after graduation at various Yeshivot, seminaries, and universities.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Ida Crown Jewish Academy?

The acceptance rate of Ida Crown Jewish Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Ida Crown Jewish Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.

What is Ida Crown Jewish Academy's ranking?

Ida Crown Jewish Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Most AP courses offered.

When is the application deadline for Ida Crown Jewish Academy?

The application deadline for Ida Crown Jewish Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (5 reviews)

5 10/6/2023

great.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - student

5 4/21/2021

I am a proud ICJA alum! The school was a great place when I graduated 15 years ago and is an even better place today.Ida Crown has prepared me for being a professional, a husband, and a father. I feel grateful to ICJA and would strongly recommend it to anyone who asks

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Aces Fan

5 4/21/2021

As an Ida Crown Jewish Academy alum I can attest to how amazing this school is. Ida Crown did not only prepare me academically but it also helped me grow in my connection to Judaism as well. Beyond that, ICJA provided me with a wealth of extra curricular activities including basketball, yearbook and even an in school newspaper. One of the most special aspects of this school is the community that it created for me and that I still feel extremely connected to 13 years after graduating. I would highly recommend this school!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - EB-Graduate, 2008

5 12/30/2020

There is a high teacher-to-student ratio which allows for a lot of personal attention. My child is receiving an academic education as well as a foundation for life.

- Posted by Parent - Sophomore Parent

5 1/6/2020

My daughter loved the teachers at ICJA. And still the day is too long.

- Posted by Parent - Lou

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The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,410 for elementary schools and $19,515 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cook County, IL is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).