German International School Chicago vs. Lycee Francais De Chicago
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
German International School Chicago ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Lycee Francais De Chicago ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
Overview
The German International School Chicago (GISC) is a private, non-profit IB World School that provides students with a bilingual, international education from Preschool through High School.
Lyce Franais de Chicago offers an education without borders on our beautiful Ravenswood campus.
From our bilingual daycare through Grade 12, students join a vibrant, multicultural community for a powerful combination of renowned academics, immersive language learning, and global travel.
Our students stand out in the competitive university admissions process.
Every LFC graduate earns two diplomas-a prestigious, internationally recognized diploma and a U.S. high school diploma-providing unparalleled flexibility for admission to top universities worldwide.
Grades Offered
PK-9
NS-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
n/a
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
No
Year Founded
2007
1995
Students Body
Total Students
196 students
789 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
28%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
16
Pre-K Students
32
109
Kindergarten Students
23
41
Grade 1 Students
16
50
Grade 2 Students
19
68
Grade 3 Students
21
58
Grade 4 Students
20
36
Grade 5 Students
19
62
Grade 6 Students
14
42
Grade 7 Students
15
49
Grade 8 Students
17
42
Grade 9 Students
-
49
Grade 10 Students
-
65
Grade 11 Students
-
55
Grade 12 Students
-
47
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
94 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
77%
86%
Average Class Size
15
17
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
8:1
List of Courses Offered
Matric. DataMatriculation Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
(School colors)
(School colors)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Dec. 31 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$20,900
$28,925
Tuition Notes
https://www.germanschoolchicago.com/admissions/tuition-and-fees
PreK–K: $28,925
1st–8th Grade: $29,200
9th–12th Grade: $29,500
% on Financial Aid
n/a
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,700
$9,000
Admissions Director
Katharina Pohl
Alexandra Zagmout
Admissions Associate
n/a
Khadija Wade
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8
14
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
18
18
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Build-a-BotChess
CodingDebate Club
Film MakingFuture City
Magic
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubCello
GuitarHip Hop
Music ClassPiano
TheaterViolin
Recreational Athletic Programs:
German Wheel (Rhönrad)Yoga
Zumba
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Black Student AllianceBusiness Club
Community Service ClubsCreative Writing
Data ScienceEconomy
Eye to EyeGerman
Greek ClubKey Club
Math ClubModel UN
Science ClubSpanish Club
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Musical Theatre²ÝÁñÉçÇø Music Lessons (piano, violin, guitar, cello, ...)
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Chess Wizards