Very Good
#178 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 25% of private schools
Academy High
High School
2302 FOX DR, Champaign, IL 61820
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#178 of 716
In Champaign
#5 of 7
public schools
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Academy High
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About Academy High
Academy High is a private high school in Champaign, IL. Academy High serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, Academy High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Academy High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Academy High is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Academy High compares to the 17 public schools in Champaign, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Champaign
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy High (this school) | 7.2 |
| Bottenfield Elem School | 7.2 |
| International Prep Academy | 7.7 |
| South Side Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Edison Middle School | 5.7 |
| Westview Elem School | 3.5 |
| Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch | 6.0 |
| Robeson Elem School | 6.7 |
| Central High School | 7.8 |
| Jefferson Middle School | 4.2 |
| Centennial High School | 6.6 |
| Dr Howard Elem School | 7.7 |
| Champaign Early Chldhd Cntr | 5.5 |
| Kenwood Elem School | 7.8 |
| Stratton Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Franklin Middle School | 5.4 |
| Washington Elem School | 7.1 |
| Garden Hills Elem School | 2.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2302 FOX DR, Champaign, IL 61820
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central High School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, University of Illinois High Sch (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Urbana), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Champaign, see our Champaign schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bottenfield Elem School Champaign | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHAMPAIGN-URBANA Savoy | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| NEXT GENERATION SCHOOL Champaign | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Champaign | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| South Side Elementary School Champaign | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Edison Middle School Champaign | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| International Prep Academy Champaign | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Carrie Busey Elem School Savoy | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Champaign | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Westview Elem School Champaign | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Central High School Champaign | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr Howard Elem School Champaign | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| University of Illinois High Sch Urbana | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch Champaign | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Champaign | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Jefferson Middle School Champaign | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Champaign Early Chldhd Cntr Champaign | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Robeson Elem School Champaign | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Stratton Elementary School Champaign | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Franklin Middle School Champaign | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,031
Median Home Value
$175,900
Median Rent
$1,077/mo
Population
38,481
College Educated
54.6%
Homeownership
20%
Avg Commute
14.4 min
Poverty Rate
43.9%
Median Age
22.2
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|---|---|
| Douglass Academy High School Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland, IL | 7.2 |
| Coulterville High School Coulterville, IL | 7.3 |
| GCE LAB SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.3 |
| Patoka Sr High School Patoka, IL | 7.1 |
| Clay City High School Clay City, IL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy High
What grades does Academy High serve?
Academy High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Academy High?
Academy High has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy High?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy High is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy High rank in IL?
Academy High ranks #178 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Academy High's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Academy High a private school?
Yes, Academy High is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Academy High a religious school?
No, Academy High is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Champaign County
- Phone
- (217) 239-6000
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