Excellent
#43 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 6% of private schools
Giant Steps Illinois
School
2500 CABOT DR, Lisle, IL 60532
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#43 of 716
In Lisle
#1 of 4
public schools
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Giant Steps Illinois
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About Giant Steps Illinois
Giant Steps Illinois is a private school in Lisle, IL. Giant Steps Illinois serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Giant Steps Illinois has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 119 students, Giant Steps Illinois 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, Giant Steps Illinois sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Giant Steps Illinois 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 Giant Steps Illinois compares to the 4 public schools in Lisle, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lisle
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Giant Steps Illinois (this school) | 8.2 |
| Lisle High School | 9.0 |
| Lisle Jr High School | 7.3 |
| Lisle Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Kennedy Junior High School | 9.4 |
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
2500 CABOT DR, Lisle, IL 60532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Giant Steps Illinois may also want to explore other schools in the area. Kennedy Junior High School (rated 9.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lisle High School (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Glenbard South High School (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Glen Ellyn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lisle, see our Lisle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lisle High School Lisle | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| TRELAND ACADEMY Wheaton | 1.9 mi | — |
| BENET ACADEMY Lisle | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Naperville | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Steeple Run Elem School Naperville | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ROSEHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lisle | 1.7 mi | — |
| Briar Glen Elem School Wheaton | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF WHEATON Wheaton | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC Lisle | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Lisle Jr High School Lisle | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Glenbard South High School Glen Ellyn | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE HOLY FAMILY Lisle | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Arbor View Elem School Glen Ellyn | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elem School Wheaton | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Edison Middle School Wheaton | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Jefferson Jr High School Naperville | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Whittier Elem School Wheaton | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Kennedy Junior High School Lisle | 3.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Wiesbrook Elem School Wheaton | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Beebe Elem School Naperville | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,373
Median Home Value
$387,800
Median Rent
$1,576/mo
Population
28,635
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
56.3%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HINSDALE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hinsdale, IL | 8.1 |
| COVENANT CLASSICAL SCHOOL Naperville, IL | 8.3 |
| GOVERNOR FRENCH ACADEMY Belleville, IL | 8.3 |
| LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan, IL | 8.3 |
| CLARE WOODS ACADEMY Wheaton, IL | 8.0 |
| MARKLUND DAY SCHOOL Bloomingdale, IL | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Giant Steps Illinois
What grades does Giant Steps Illinois serve?
Giant Steps Illinois serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Giant Steps Illinois?
Giant Steps Illinois has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Giant Steps Illinois?
The student-teacher ratio at Giant Steps Illinois is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Giant Steps Illinois rank in IL?
Giant Steps Illinois ranks #43 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Giant Steps Illinois's MySchoolScout rating?
Giant Steps Illinois has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Giant Steps Illinois a private school?
Yes, Giant Steps Illinois 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 Giant Steps Illinois a religious school?
No, Giant Steps Illinois is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Gender Split
- 87% M / 13% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 864-3832
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