West Town Academy includes school-to-work curriculum including college, career and vocational counseling; drama, yearbook, newspaper, student council, senior prom; ACT prep, college placement, and cultural enrichment field-trips; formal graduation with a state-certified diploma.
We accept students who are between 16 and 21 years of age; no longer in school; are responsible, committed to learning and punctual; and are ready to work to improve yourself and the community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
West Town Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Year Founded
1998
Colors
White, Blue
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for West Town Academy?
The application deadline for West Town Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is West Town Academy located?
West Town Academy is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Near West Side.
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(773) 626-6988
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(773) 626-6988
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Alternative School
847 Chicago Avenue, Suite 200
Evanston, IL 60202
(877) 673-8893
Evanston, IL 60202
(877) 673-8893
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Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
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