Excellent
#62 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 9% of private schools
Beacon Academy
High School
1574 SHERMAN AVE, Evanston, IL 60201
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#62 of 716
In Evanston
#3 of 6
public schools
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About Beacon Academy
Beacon Academy is a private high school in Evanston, IL. Beacon Academy serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Beacon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Beacon Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Beacon 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 Beacon Academy compares to the 16 public schools in Evanston, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Evanston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beacon Academy (this school) | 8.0 |
| Dewey Elem School | 8.8 |
| Nichols Middle School | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elem School | 8.8 |
| Evanston Twp High School | 9.4 |
| Washington Elem School | 8.4 |
| Kingsley Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Haven Middle School | 7.2 |
| Dr ML King Jr Literary&Fine Arts | 6.7 |
| Orrington Elem School | 9.1 |
| Joseph E Hill Education Center | 8.1 |
| Oakton Elem School | 6.7 |
| Chute Middle School | 7.2 |
| Dawes Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Lincolnwood Elem School | 8.9 |
| Walker Elem School | 8.8 |
| Willard Elem School | 8.1 |
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
1574 SHERMAN AVE, Evanston, IL 60201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beacon Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Evanston Twp High School (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FUSION ACADEMY EV: EVANSTON (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Evanston, see our Evanston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHIARAVALLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Evanston | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ROYCEMORE SCHOOL Evanston | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Dewey Elem School Evanston | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Nichols Middle School Evanston | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MIDWEST MONTESSORI DEMONSTRATION SCHOOL Evanston | 0.8 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY EV: EVANSTON Evanston | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Elem School Evanston | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| POPE JOHN XXIII SCHOOL Evanston | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| KINGSWAY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Evanston | 0.9 mi | — |
| Washington Elem School Evanston | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Evanston Twp High School Evanston | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Kingsley Elementary School Evanston | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Orrington Elem School Evanston | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Oakton Elem School Evanston | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Evanston | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Haven Middle School Evanston | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Chute Middle School Evanston | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BAKER DEMONSTRATION SCHOOL Wilmette | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Dr ML King Jr Literary&Fine Arts Evanston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Joseph E Hill Education Center Evanston | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,101
Median Home Value
$577,800
Median Rent
$1,792/mo
Population
43,555
College Educated
73.9%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
34.3
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|---|---|
| Devry Advantage Academy High Schl Chicago, IL | 8.0 |
| Mt Olive High School Mount Olive, IL | 8.0 |
| YCCS-Truman Middle College HS Chicago, IL | 8.0 |
| Chadwick-Milledgeville Jr HS Milledgeville, IL | 7.9 |
| ROSARY HIGH SCHOOL Aurora, IL | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beacon Academy
What grades does Beacon Academy serve?
Beacon Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Beacon Academy?
Beacon Academy has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beacon Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Beacon Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Beacon Academy rank in IL?
Beacon Academy ranks #62 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Beacon Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Beacon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beacon Academy a private school?
Yes, Beacon 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 Beacon Academy a religious school?
No, Beacon Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (224) 999-1177
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