Very Good
#125 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 17% of private schools
Ida Crown Jewish Academy
High School
8233 CENTRAL PARK AVE, Skokie, IL 60076
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#125 of 716
In Skokie
#2 of 6
public schools
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About Ida Crown Jewish Academy
Ida Crown Jewish Academy is a private high school in Skokie, IL. Ida Crown Jewish Academy serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ida Crown Jewish Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 6:1 students to teachers, Ida Crown Jewish Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ida Crown Jewish 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 Ida Crown Jewish Academy compares to the 14 public schools in Skokie, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Skokie
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ida Crown Jewish Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| John Middleton Elem School | 8.1 |
| Oliver McCracken Middle School | 8.1 |
| Elizabeth Meyer School | 8.5 |
| East Prairie Elem School | 8.6 |
| Dr Bessie Rhodes-Global Studies | 4.6 |
| Devonshire Elem School | 4.4 |
| Highland Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Old Orchard Jr High School | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Jr High School | 7.4 |
| Madison Elem School | 7.4 |
| Jane Stenson School | 6.9 |
| Fairview South Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Niles North High School | 8.7 |
| Niles West High School | 8.7 |
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
8233 CENTRAL PARK AVE, Skokie, IL 60076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ida Crown Jewish Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Evanston Twp High School (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Evanston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MESIVTA SHAAREI ADIRIM (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Skokie, see our Skokie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KESHET HIGH SCHOOL Skokie | 0.0 mi | — |
| KESHET TRANSITION PROGRAM Skokie | 0.2 mi | — |
| John Middleton Elem School Skokie | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Oliver McCracken Middle School Skokie | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SKOKIE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Skokie | 0.7 mi | — |
| Dr ML King Jr Literary&Fine Arts Evanston | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Joseph E Hill Education Center Evanston | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Dr Bessie Rhodes-Global Studies Skokie | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| East Prairie Elem School Skokie | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Walker Elem School Evanston | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Dawes Elementary School Evanston | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Elizabeth Meyer School Skokie | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Skokie | 1.1 mi | — |
| MESIVTA SHAAREI ADIRIM Skokie | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Evanston Twp High School Evanston | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Elem School Evanston | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Decatur Classical Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 9.7 |
| Chute Middle School Evanston | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Rogers Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,870
Median Home Value
$381,000
Median Rent
$1,576/mo
Population
32,973
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
42.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ida Crown Jewish Academy
What grades does Ida Crown Jewish Academy serve?
Ida Crown Jewish Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ida Crown Jewish Academy?
Ida Crown Jewish Academy has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ida Crown Jewish Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ida Crown Jewish Academy is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ida Crown Jewish Academy rank in IL?
Ida Crown Jewish Academy ranks #125 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Ida Crown Jewish Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ida Crown Jewish Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ida Crown Jewish Academy a private school?
Yes, Ida Crown Jewish Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ida Crown Jewish Academy a religious school?
Ida Crown Jewish Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 9.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 973-1450
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