Very Good
#116 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 16% of private schools
Cove School
School
350 LEE RD, Northbrook, IL 60062
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#116 of 716
In Northbrook
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Cove School
Cove School is a private school in Northbrook, IL. Cove School serves approximately 155 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 155 students, Cove 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 2.8:1 students to teachers, Cove School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cove 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
BetaHow Cove School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Northbrook, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cove School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Meadowbrook Elem School | 9.5 |
| Northbrook Junior High School | 9.4 |
| Greenbriar Elem School | 9.4 |
| Westmoor Elem School | 9.4 |
| Shabonee School | 9.7 |
| Wescott Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Glenbrook North High School | 9.5 |
| Maple School | 9.6 |
| Hickory Point Elem School | 10.0 |
| Field School | 9.3 |
| Wood Oaks Jr High School | 9.7 |
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
350 LEE RD, Northbrook, IL 60062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cove School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Shabonee School (rated 9.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wescott Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maple School (rated 9.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northbrook, see our Northbrook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND PARK MONTESSORI Highland Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Red Oak Elem School Highland Park | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Meadowbrook Elem School Northbrook | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Sherwood Elem School Highland Park | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Northbrook Junior High School Northbrook | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| ST NORBERT SCHOOL Northbrook | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Northbrook | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| MONTESSORI CONNECTION WEST Highland Park | 1.9 mi | — |
| Westmoor Elem School Northbrook | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Kipling Elem School Deerfield | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| West School Glencoe | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Ravinia Elem School Highland Park | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Wescott Elementary School Northbrook | 2.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Braeside Elem School Highland Park | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Glenbrook North High School Northbrook | 2.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Maple School Northbrook | 2.7 mi | 9.6 |
| Shabonee School Northbrook | 2.2 mi | 9.7 |
| Alan B Shepard Middle School Deerfield | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| ROCHELLE ZELL JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Deerfield | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Walden Elem School Deerfield | 2.7 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,759
Median Home Value
$625,800
Median Rent
$1,921/mo
Population
41,667
College Educated
70.6%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
49.3
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| GLENOAKS HOSPITAL MEDICAL SCHOOL PROGRAMS Glendale Heights, IL | 7.6 |
| ILLINOIS CENTER FOR AUTISM Fairview Heights, IL | 7.5 |
| ILLINOIS CENTER FOR AUTISM Belleville, IL | 7.5 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carbondale, IL | 7.5 |
| WHEATON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheaton, IL | 7.5 |
| ELGIN ACADEMY Elgin, IL | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cove School
What grades does Cove School serve?
Cove School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Cove School?
Cove School has an enrollment of approximately 155 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cove School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cove School is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cove School rank in IL?
Cove School ranks #116 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Cove School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cove School a private school?
Yes, Cove 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 Cove School a religious school?
No, Cove School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 155
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 562-2100
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