Science & Arts 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: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 260 students
Yearly Tuition: $28,300
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 26 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

Upcoming Events

Open House - Sat., November 14, 2026 - get more information!

School Rankings

Science & Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Science & Arts Academy
Pre-K	14
Kind	20
1	28
2	26
3	32
4	24
5	30
6	25
7	30
8	31

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Gifted Learners

Year Founded

1992

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

260 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

41 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

78%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)
Lake Michigan Association of Independent Schools (LMAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 26 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$28,300

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Tuition Notes

Half Day PreK - $15500 Full Day PreK and K - $25800 1st - 8th Grade - $28300 Financial Aid opportunities available.

% on Financial Aid

39%

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Mindy Hildebrandt

Admissions Associate

Monika Robinett

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

14 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ChessCooking Class

Dungeons and DragonsGEMS (Girls Excelling at Math and Science)

Mandarin ClassMath Club

National Junior Honor SocietyScience Olympiad Team

ScoutsStudent Council

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama / Plays / MusicalsMusic Lessons

草榴社区 Music Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Soccer

School Notes

Science & Arts Academy educates gifted children in an academically differentiated and enriched environment while recognizing the unique development of each child. Our supportive community encourages students to embrace their potential and cultivates their academic abilities, creative talents, and emotional growth.

Science & Arts Academy is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational, not-for-profit day school for gifted students in Jr. Kindergarten through eighth grade. Science & Arts Academy educates gifted children in an academically differentiated and enriched environment while recognizing the unique development of each child. Our supportive community encourages students to embrace their potential and cultivates their academic abilities, creative talents, and emotional growth.
SAA is highly regarded for its challenging and inspiring curriculum, small classroom setting and expertise and knowledge in supporting gifted children. Differentiation, acceleration, enrichment, problem solving and creative thinking are all concepts common to the everyday intellectual and artistic experience for the SAA student. To learn more about SAA or schedule a visit, please visit www.scienceandartsacademy.org or call 847-827-7880.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Science & Arts Academy cost?

Science & Arts Academy's tuition is approximately $28,300 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Science & Arts Academy?

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

Does Science & Arts Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Science & Arts Academy offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Science & Arts Academy offer?

Science & Arts Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Cross Country.

What is Science & Arts Academy's ranking?

Science & Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Science & Arts Academy?

The application deadline for Science & Arts Academy is Feb. 26 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 26 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (5 reviews)

5 3/10/2023

This school is the BEST SCHOOL EVER!!!!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - someone in this universe

5 5/9/2018

Science & Arts Academy is truly a great place. As a student, SAA has taught me so much ranging from valuable life skills to how to conjugate ER verbs in French. This school continues to nurture me everyday and I will carry the skills I have learned here with me forever.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Amanda F

5 5/1/2018

This School Is Great!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Student Of SAA

5 5/1/2018

Great School!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Student

5 6/3/2016

The Science and Arts Academy (SAA) has it all. The academic programs are excellent. Most of the students perform at least a year above grade level and for those that are 2-3 years advanced, the school places them appropriately. It is differentiated and challenging. It also offers top notch drama, art, and music programs. SAA is a place where children go to thrive and excel. All you have to do is walk down the halls to see it and feel it. For those with gifted children, it is a truly great school.

- Posted by Parent - maryc

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Did You Know?

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).