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#51 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 7% of private schools

Chicago Jesuit Academy

Middle School

5058 W JACKSON BLVD, Chicago, IL 60644

Private

Enrollment

174

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

8.1

Grades

3rd – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#51 of 716

In Chicago

#19 of 162

public schools

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Chicago Jesuit Academy

8.1/10

Middle School in Chicago · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Christ the King Jesuit College Preparatory School

5.9/10

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2.4/10

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About Chicago Jesuit Academy

Chicago Jesuit Academy is a private middle school in Chicago, IL. Chicago Jesuit Academy serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicago Jesuit Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares2.0 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 174 students, Chicago Jesuit 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Chicago Jesuit Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Chicago Jesuit 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

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How Chicago Jesuit Academy compares to 497 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
174
This School
vs
493
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 81.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
Chicago Jesuit Academy Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Chicago Jesuit Academy (this school) 8.1
Leland Elem School 2.4
Spencer Technology Acad Elem Sch 4.9
Plato Learning Acad Elem School 3.0
Depriest Elem School 4.8
Moving Everest Charter School 7.0
Catalyst Charter-Circle Rock ES 4.9
Hefferan Elem School 3.6
Ellington Elem School 4.7
KIPP Academy Chicago Campus 7.5
Nash Elem School 5.1
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad 4.7
Clark G R Elem School 5.7
Tilton Elem School 5.4
Howe Elem School 3.7
Webster Elem School 3.8
Melody Elem School 5.4
McNair Elem School 6.3
Frazier Perspectives Magnet ES 4.1
Hughes C Elem School 3.9
Hay Elem Community Academy 4.9

Showing 20 of 497 schools. View all schools in Chicago

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 9.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,711.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 31%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 174
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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)

Black 81.6%
Hispanic 13.2%
Two or More 4.0%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5058 W JACKSON BLVD, Chicago, IL 60644

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chicago Jesuit Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP Academy Chicago Campus (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Legal Prep Academy Charter HS (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Clark Acad Prep Magnet High Schl (rated 7.0/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST THE KING JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Chicago 0.1 mi 5.9
Leland Elem School Chicago 0.3 mi 2.4
Clark Acad Prep Magnet High Schl Chicago 0.3 mi 7.0
Spencer Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago 0.5 mi 4.9
YCCS-Scholastic Achievement HS Chicago 0.5 mi 6.5
CHANCE AFTER CHANCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Chicago 0.7 mi
Moving Everest Charter School Chicago 0.8 mi 7.0
Plato Learning Acad Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 3.0
Liberty Elem School Cicero 0.9 mi 6.2
Austin College and Career Acad HS Chicago 0.8 mi 6.3
Depriest Elem School Chicago 0.7 mi 4.8
Catalyst Charter-Circle Rock ES Chicago 0.8 mi 4.9
KIPP Academy Chicago Campus Chicago 1.0 mi 7.5
Nash Elem School Chicago 1.0 mi 5.1
Hefferan Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 3.6
Ellington Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 4.7
T Roosevelt Elem School Cicero 1.2 mi 5.3
HOPE EXCEL REACHING THE WORLD ACADEMY Chicago 1.2 mi
Howe Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 3.7
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS Chicago 1.0 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60644 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,952

Median Home Value

$238,300

Median Rent

$1,096/mo

Population

48,317

College Educated

11.3%

Homeownership

29.7%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

29.1%

Median Age

37

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Serena Middle School Serena, IL 8.3
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Erie Middle School Erie, IL 7.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicago Jesuit Academy

What grades does Chicago Jesuit Academy serve?

Chicago Jesuit Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.

How many students attend Chicago Jesuit Academy?

Chicago Jesuit Academy has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicago Jesuit Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Chicago Jesuit Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Chicago Jesuit Academy rank in IL?

Chicago Jesuit Academy ranks #51 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Chicago Jesuit Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Chicago Jesuit Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Chicago Jesuit Academy a private school?

Yes, Chicago Jesuit Academy is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic 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 Jesuit Academy a religious school?

Chicago Jesuit Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
74 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
174
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
9.2 hours
Days Per Year
186 days
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County

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