Very Good
#155 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 22% of private schools
Guidance Educational Academy
Elementary School
7045 N WESTERN AVE, Chicago, IL 60645
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#155 of 716
In Chicago
#52 of 162
public schools
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About Guidance Educational Academy
Guidance Educational Academy is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Guidance Educational Academy serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidance Educational Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, Guidance Educational 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.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Guidance Educational Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guidance Educational 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 Guidance Educational Academy compares to 502 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidance Educational Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Armstrong G Elem IntL Studies | 7.5 |
| Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz | 9.2 |
| Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la | 5.7 |
| Rogers Elem School | 7.4 |
| Mosaic School of Fine Arts | 6.4 |
| Decatur Classical Elem School | 9.7 |
| Jordan Elem Community School | 6.0 |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter | 7.0 |
| New Field Elem School | 7.0 |
| West Ridge Elem School | 7.7 |
| Field Elem School | 5.9 |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy | 8.3 |
| Kilmer Elem School | 6.5 |
| Gale Elem Community Academy | 5.1 |
| Clinton Elem School | 5.5 |
| Hayt Elem School | 5.8 |
| Jamieson Elem School | 7.2 |
| Solomon Elem School | 8.3 |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr | 5.0 |
| Swift Elem Specialty School | 5.4 |
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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
7045 N WESTERN AVE, Chicago, IL 60645
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidance Educational Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Decatur Classical Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stone Elem Scholastic Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHSIDE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BETHESDA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Armstrong G Elem IntL Studies Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz Chicago | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Rogers Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ABC ACADEMY Chicago | 0.5 mi | — |
| LUBAVITCH MESIVTA OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Mosaic School of Fine Arts Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| KINGDOM ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER Chicago | 0.7 mi | — |
| IDA CROWN JEWISH ACADEMY Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Jordan Elem Community School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Decatur Classical Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 9.7 |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Oakton Elem School Evanston | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Chute Middle School Evanston | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| YESHIVAS TIFERES TZVI Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| New Field Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,126
Median Home Value
$308,200
Median Rent
$1,424/mo
Population
46,856
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
37.7
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| German Valley Grade School Forreston, IL | 7.3 |
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| PEORIA ACADEMY Peoria, IL | 7.2 |
| Prairieview-Ogden North Elem Royal, IL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidance Educational Academy
What grades does Guidance Educational Academy serve?
Guidance Educational Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Guidance Educational Academy?
Guidance Educational Academy has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidance Educational Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidance Educational Academy is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Guidance Educational Academy rank in IL?
Guidance Educational Academy ranks #155 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Guidance Educational Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Guidance Educational Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Guidance Educational Academy a private school?
Yes, Guidance Educational Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Guidance Educational Academy a religious school?
Guidance Educational Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 92
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 764-8274
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