Average
#550 of 716 private schools in IL
Alternative Academic Achievement Academy
Middle School
13801 CHATHAM ST, Blue Island, IL 60406
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#550 of 716
In Blue Island
#2 of 2
public schools
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Alternative Academic Achievement Academy
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About Alternative Academic Achievement Academy
Alternative Academic Achievement Academy is a private middle school in Blue Island, IL. Alternative Academic Achievement Academy serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Alternative Academic Achievement Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #550 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 44 students, Alternative Academic Achievement Academy 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Alternative Academic Achievement Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Alternative Academic Achievement Academy 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 Alternative Academic Achievement Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Blue Island, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alternative Academic Achievement Academy (this school) | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School | 7.3 |
| Whittier Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Everett F Kerr Middle School | 5.3 |
| Paul Revere Primary School | 5.7 |
| Paul Revere Intermediate School | 4.8 |
| Veterans Memorial Middle Sch | 6.2 |
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
13801 CHATHAM ST, Blue Island, IL 60406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alternative Academic Achievement Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Veterans Memorial Middle Sch (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Everett F Kerr Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kellar School (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Robbins), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Blue Island, see our Blue Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elem School Blue Island | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 0.9 mi | — |
| ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elem School Dixmoor | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Gordon School Posen | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST WALTER ST BENEDICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Island | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Whittier Elementary School Blue Island | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Martin L King Elem School Dixmoor | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Posen Elem School Posen | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Everett F Kerr Middle School Blue Island | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Rosa L Parks Middle School Dixmoor | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Horace Mann School Blue Island | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Calumet Elem School Calumet Park | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| MARIAH'S LEARNING CENTER Riverdale | 1.6 mi | — |
| Paul Revere Primary School Blue Island | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Paul Revere Intermediate School Blue Island | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Veterans Memorial Middle Sch Blue Island | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| DD Eisenhower High Sch (Campus) Blue Island | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Childs Elem School Robbins | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Kellar School Robbins | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,502
Median Home Value
$166,000
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
24,887
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alternative Academic Achievement Academy
What grades does Alternative Academic Achievement Academy serve?
Alternative Academic Achievement Academy serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Alternative Academic Achievement Academy?
Alternative Academic Achievement Academy has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alternative Academic Achievement Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Alternative Academic Achievement Academy is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Alternative Academic Achievement Academy rank in IL?
Alternative Academic Achievement Academy ranks #550 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Alternative Academic Achievement Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Alternative Academic Achievement Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alternative Academic Achievement Academy a private school?
Yes, Alternative Academic Achievement Academy 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 Alternative Academic Achievement Academy a religious school?
No, Alternative Academic Achievement Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 44
- Gender Split
- 91% M / 9% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 206-0000
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