Very Good

#94 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 13% of private schools

Chicago Free School

Elementary School

1100 E HYDE PARK BLVD, Chicago, IL 60615

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#94 of 716

In Chicago

#33 of 162

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About Chicago Free School

Chicago Free School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Chicago Free School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicago Free School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.5 pts above IL schools

7.7

This school 7.7 · Very Good
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, Chicago Free School 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 6:1 students to teachers, Chicago Free School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Chicago Free School 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

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How Chicago Free School compares to 502 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

This School

15.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

491

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.7

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 45.8% vs 0%

Black 28.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.7% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

Chicago Free School Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Chicago Free School (this school)	—	59	6:1	7.7
Shoesmith Elem School	0.3 mi	335	14.6:1	4.6
Kozminski Elem Community Academy	0.4 mi	257	11.2:1	5.1
Reavis Elem Math & Sci Spec Schl	0.4 mi	273	10.1:1	6.2
Murray Elem Language Academy	0.5 mi	458	16.4:1	3.5
Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch	0.5 mi	332	66.4:1	5.8
Kenwood Academy High School	0.5 mi	2,337	18.3:1	7.5
Univ of Chicago Chtr-Nth Kenwood	0.6 mi	302	20.1:1	6.8
Ariel Elem Community Academy	0.6 mi	352	11.7:1	3.1
Ray Elem School	0.8 mi	596	15.3:1	4.5
Bret Harte Elem School	0.9 mi	353	14.1:1	3.9
Woodson South Elem School	0.9 mi	298	11.9:1	5.7
Robinson Elem School	1.0 mi	113	14.1:1	7.1
Burke Elem School	1.0 mi	265	10.6:1	5.1
Mollison Elem School	1.2 mi	237	11.8:1	5.0
Fuller Elem School	1.3 mi	306	16.1:1	6.4
Fiske Elem School	1.3 mi	385	11.7:1	4.1
Carnegie Elem School	1.4 mi	401	12.2:1	6.3
Beasley Elem Magnet Academic Ctr	1.4 mi	1,017	15.2:1	3.8
Beethoven Elem School	1.5 mi	327	14.9:1	4.1
Univ of Chicago Chtr-Woodlawn	1.6 mi	610	16.5:1	5.5

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A 9.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,203.6

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Enrollment 59

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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)

White 45.8%

Black 28.8%

Two or More 22.0%

Hispanic 1.7%

Asian 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1100 E HYDE PARK BLVD, Chicago, IL 60615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chicago Free School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANCONA SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AKIBA-SCHECHTER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Robinson Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Shoesmith Elem School Chicago	0.3 mi	335	4.6
Kozminski Elem Community Academy Chicago	0.4 mi	257	5.1
Reavis Elem Math & Sci Spec Schl Chicago	0.4 mi	273	6.2
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE Chicago	0.5 mi	267	5.0
Murray Elem Language Academy Chicago	0.5 mi	458	3.5
Ariel Elem Community Academy Chicago	0.6 mi	352	3.1
Univ of Chicago Chtr-Nth Kenwood Chicago	0.6 mi	302	6.8
ANCONA SCHOOL Chicago	0.5 mi	174	9.2
Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch Chicago	0.5 mi	332	5.8
Kenwood Academy High School Chicago	0.5 mi	2,337	7.5
Ray Elem School Chicago	0.8 mi	596	4.5
King College Prep High School Chicago	0.8 mi	721	5.8
Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts Chicago	0.7 mi	535	5.0
AKIBA-SCHECHTER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Chicago	0.7 mi	91	8.1
Robinson Elem School Chicago	1.0 mi	113	7.1
Bret Harte Elem School Chicago	0.9 mi	353	3.9
Woodson South Elem School Chicago	0.9 mi	298	5.7
UNIV OF CHICAGO LAB SCHOOL Chicago	1.0 mi	1,930	6.0
Burke Elem School Chicago	1.0 mi	265	5.1
Fuller Elem School Chicago	1.3 mi	306	6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,105

Median Home Value

$305,200

Median Rent

$1,444/mo

Population

42,752

College Educated

61.3%

Homeownership

31.9%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Jefferson Elem School Collinsville, IL	79	7.7
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago, IL	72	7.7
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago, IL	56	7.7
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burr Ridge, IL	64	7.7
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danville, IL	40	7.7
CONCORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bensenville, IL	64	7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicago Free School

What grades does Chicago Free School serve?

Chicago Free School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Chicago Free School?

Chicago Free School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicago Free School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chicago Free School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Chicago Free School rank in IL?

Chicago Free School ranks #94 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Chicago Free School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chicago Free School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Chicago Free School a private school?

Yes, Chicago Free School 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 Chicago Free School a religious school?

No, Chicago Free School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 81 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 65 Good Transit
Bike Score: 82 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment: 59
Gender Split: 58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 177 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cook County
Phone: (773) 879-0285

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