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#633 of 716 private schools in IL

Faith Movers Academy

Elementary School

425 EXCHANGE ST, University Park, IL 60484

Private

Enrollment

49

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – Kindergarten

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#633 of 716

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Faith Movers Academy

4.9/10

Elementary School in University Park · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Faith Movers Academy

Faith Movers Academy is a private elementary school in University Park, IL. Faith Movers Academy serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Movers Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #633 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.3 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 49 students, Faith Movers 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.

Faith Movers 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 Faith Movers Academy compares to the 2 public schools in University Park, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
49
This School
vs
630
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Faith Movers Academy University Park Public Avg

All Schools in University Park

School Rating
Faith Movers Academy (this school) 4.9
Coretta Scott King Magnet Sch 5.1
Crete-Monee Middle School 6.0

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)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,330
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Enrollment 49
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

425 EXCHANGE ST, University Park, IL 60484

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Faith Movers Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is ILLINOIS LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Crete), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Crete), which scores notably higher. For more schools in University Park, see our University Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Crete 0.7 mi 6.7
Coretta Scott King Magnet Sch University Park 0.9 mi 5.1
Crete-Monee High School Crete 0.9 mi 7.4
Crete-Monee Middle School University Park 1.4 mi 6.0
Crete-Monee Early Childhood Cntr Crete 1.3 mi 7.3
Columbia Central School Steger 1.8 mi 4.1
Blackhawk Primary Center Park Forest 2.1 mi 6.6
Balmoral Elem Sch Crete 2.2 mi 4.0
21st Century Primary Center Park Forest 2.4 mi 3.9
ILLINOIS LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL AND JUNIOR HIGH Crete 2.0 mi 7.6
ILLINOIS LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crete 2.0 mi 6.9
Talala Elementary School Park Forest 2.3 mi 4.5
Crete Elementary School Crete 2.0 mi 5.7
FOUNDATIONS 4 ADVANCEMENT Steger 2.5 mi
Steger Primary Center South Chicago Heights 2.7 mi 2.6
Mohawk Primary Center Park Forest 2.8 mi 5.2
Steger Intermediate Center Steger 2.7 mi 3.5
Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest 3.4 mi 5.1
Michelle Obama Sch of Technology Park Forest 3.2 mi 5.7
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights 3.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60484 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,295

Median Home Value

$140,500

Median Rent

$1,534/mo

Population

6,612

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

31.6

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FIRST SCHOOL Mahomet, IL 4.9
ST PETER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Peter, IL 4.9
Irvington Elem School Irvington, IL 5.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoyleton, IL 5.0
Crescent City Grade School Crescent City, IL 4.8
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY OF BELLEVILLE Belleville, IL 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Faith Movers Academy

What grades does Faith Movers Academy serve?

Faith Movers Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Faith Movers Academy?

Faith Movers Academy has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Movers Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Faith Movers Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Faith Movers Academy rank in IL?

Faith Movers Academy ranks #633 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Faith Movers Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Faith Movers Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Faith Movers Academy a private school?

Yes, Faith Movers 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 Faith Movers Academy a religious school?

Faith Movers Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
49
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
190 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County

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