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#398 of 716 private schools in IL
Forest Bluff School
Elementary School
8 W SCRANTON AVE, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#398 of 716
In Lake Bluff
#2 of 2
public schools
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Forest Bluff School
Elementary School in Lake Bluff · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Forest Bluff School
Forest Bluff School is a private elementary school in Lake Bluff, IL. Forest Bluff School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Bluff School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, Forest Bluff 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.
Forest Bluff 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 Forest Bluff School compares to the 2 public schools in Lake Bluff, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lake Bluff
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest Bluff School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Lake Bluff Middle School | 8.5 |
| Lake Bluff Elem Sch | 8.9 |
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
8 W SCRANTON AVE, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Bluff School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Great Lakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Bluff Elem Sch (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sheridan Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Bluff, see our Lake Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Bluff Middle School Lake Bluff | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Lake Bluff Elem Sch Lake Bluff | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Lake Forest High School Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | 9.7 |
| Sheridan Elem School Lake Forest | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| LEARN Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus Great Lakes | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Forrestal Elem School Great Lakes | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch East Lake Forest | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| SCHOOL OF ST MARY Lake Forest | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Deer Path Middle Sch West Lake Forest | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SAFE HAVEN SCHOOL Lake Bluff | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| LEARN 10 Charter School North Chicago | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| LAKE FOREST COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lake Forest | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Neal Math Science Academy North Chicago | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Green Bay Early Childhood Center North Chicago | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| WOODLANDS ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Lake Forest | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LAKE FOREST Lake Forest | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKE FOREST ACADEMY Lake Forest | 3.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Cherokee Elem School Lake Forest | 3.8 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,546
Median Home Value
$568,500
Median Rent
$1,672/mo
Population
10,289
College Educated
66.5%
Homeownership
68.9%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
44.3
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| ICCI ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Bluff School
What grades does Forest Bluff School serve?
Forest Bluff School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Forest Bluff School?
Forest Bluff School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Bluff School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Bluff School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Forest Bluff School rank in IL?
Forest Bluff School ranks #398 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Forest Bluff School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Bluff School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Forest Bluff School a private school?
Yes, Forest Bluff 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 Forest Bluff School a religious school?
No, Forest Bluff School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (847) 295-8338
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