Very Good
#82 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 11% of private schools
Daystar Academy
School
1550 S STATE ST STE 100, Chicago, IL 60605
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#82 of 716
In Chicago
#29 of 162
public schools
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Daystar Academy
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About Daystar Academy
Daystar Academy is a private school in Chicago, IL. Daystar Academy serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Daystar Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Daystar Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Daystar 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 Daystar Academy compares to 629 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Daystar Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus | 5.4 |
| South Loop Elem School | 6.6 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy | 7.5 |
| Haines Elem School | 8.8 |
| Jones College Prep High School | 8.8 |
| Walsh Elem School | 3.4 |
| Drake Elem School | 4.8 |
| Ward J Elem School | 7.9 |
| Jungman Elem School | 7.5 |
| Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad | 7.9 |
| YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership | 6.5 |
| Smyth J Elem School | 5.6 |
| Intrinsic 2 Charter High School | 4.9 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd | 7.9 |
| Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS | 7.2 |
| Noble St Chtr-Muchin College Prep | 6.9 |
| YCCS-Innovations of Arts Integr | 6.3 |
| Perez Elem School | 5.9 |
| Healy Elem School | 8.6 |
| Chicago Technology Academy HS | 5.3 |
Showing 20 of 629 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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1550 S STATE ST STE 100, Chicago, IL 60605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daystar Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Haines Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jones College Prep High School (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ward J Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OLD ST MARYS SCHOOL Chicago | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| South Loop Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ST THERESE CHINESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTH LOOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Haines Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Jones College Prep High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Drake Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Ward J Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Intrinsic 2 Charter High School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Walsh Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CITY GARDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Noble St Chtr-Muchin College Prep Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,403
Median Home Value
$495,900
Median Rent
$2,402/mo
Population
34,256
College Educated
82%
Homeownership
40.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
31.7
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| BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.8 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Northfield, IL | 7.7 |
| ELGIN ACADEMY Elgin, IL | 7.7 |
| WESTLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grayslake, IL | 7.3 |
| PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett, IL | 8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daystar Academy
What grades does Daystar Academy serve?
Daystar Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Daystar Academy?
Daystar Academy has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daystar Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Daystar Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Daystar Academy rank in IL?
Daystar Academy ranks #82 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Daystar Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Daystar Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Daystar Academy a private school?
Yes, Daystar Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Daystar Academy a religious school?
Daystar Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 296
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 791-0001
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