Very Good
#218 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 30% of private schools
Hyde Park Day School Northfield
Middle School
1980 OLD WILLOW RD, Northfield, IL 60093
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#218 of 716
In Northfield
#2 of 2
public schools
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Hyde Park Day School Northfield
Middle School in Northfield · grades 2nd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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Northfield Community Nursery Sch
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About Hyde Park Day School Northfield
Hyde Park Day School Northfield is a private middle school in Northfield, IL. Hyde Park Day School Northfield serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hyde Park Day School Northfield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #218 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Hyde Park Day School Northfield 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 4.1:1 students to teachers, Hyde Park Day School Northfield sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hyde Park Day School Northfield 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 Hyde Park Day School Northfield compares to the 4 public schools in Northfield, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Northfield
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hyde Park Day School Northfield (this school) | 7.0 |
| Middlefork Primary School | 9.5 |
| Northfield Community Nursery Sch | — |
| Sunset Ridge Elem School | 9.6 |
| New Trier Township H S Northfield | 6.8 |
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
1980 OLD WILLOW RD, Northfield, IL 60093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hyde Park Day School Northfield may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sunset Ridge Elem School (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carleton W Washburne School (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Winnetka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marie Murphy School (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wilmette), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northfield, see our Northfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Middlefork Primary School Northfield | 0.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Northfield Community Nursery Sch Northfield | 0.2 mi | — |
| Sunset Ridge Elem School Northfield | 0.6 mi | 9.6 |
| New Trier Township H S Northfield Northfield | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| GLENVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Northfield | 1.0 mi | — |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Northfield | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elem School Glenview | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Carleton W Washburne School Winnetka | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| The Skokie School Winnetka | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Avoca West Elem School Glenview | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| OPEN ARMS CHRISTIAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Glenview | 1.8 mi | — |
| Crow Island Elem School Winnetka | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Central School Glencoe | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Lyon Elem School Glenview | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| West School Glencoe | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| South Elem School Glencoe | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Hubbard Woods Elem School Winnetka | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Winnetka | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Marie Murphy School Wilmette | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Romona Elem School Wilmette | 2.6 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$230,777
Median Home Value
$1,073,700
Median Rent
$1,840/mo
Population
20,156
College Educated
81.8%
Homeownership
91%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTUS ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 6.9 |
| GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood, IL | 7.1 |
| Prairieview-Ogden Jr High Sch Thomasboro, IL | 7.1 |
| HYDE PARK DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
| Pearl City Jr High School Pearl City, IL | 7.3 |
| Bradford Jr High School Bradford, IL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hyde Park Day School Northfield
What grades does Hyde Park Day School Northfield serve?
Hyde Park Day School Northfield serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend Hyde Park Day School Northfield?
Hyde Park Day School Northfield has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hyde Park Day School Northfield?
The student-teacher ratio at Hyde Park Day School Northfield is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hyde Park Day School Northfield rank in IL?
Hyde Park Day School Northfield ranks #218 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Hyde Park Day School Northfield's MySchoolScout rating?
Hyde Park Day School Northfield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hyde Park Day School Northfield a private school?
Yes, Hyde Park Day School Northfield 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 Hyde Park Day School Northfield a religious school?
No, Hyde Park Day School Northfield is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 446-7025
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