Very Good
#93 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 13% of private schools
Kindi Academy
Elementary School
8161 S CASS AVE, Darien, IL 60561
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#93 of 716
In Darien
#1 of 2
public schools
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Kindi Academy
Elementary School in Darien · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kindi Academy
Kindi Academy is a private elementary school in Darien, IL. Kindi Academy serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kindi Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #93 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Kindi 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Kindi Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kindi 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 Kindi Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Darien, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kindi Academy (this school) | 7.7 |
| Concord Elem School | 8.8 |
| Cass Jr High School | 8.1 |
| Lace Elem School | 7.3 |
| Eisenhower Jr High School | 6.7 |
| Elizabeth Ide Elem School | 5.3 |
| Mark DeLay School | 8.0 |
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8161 S CASS AVE, Darien, IL 60561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kindi Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gower West Elem School (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Willowbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Concord Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maercker Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Westmont), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Darien, see our Darien schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Elem School Darien | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Cass Jr High School Darien | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Lace Elem School Darien | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Eisenhower Jr High School Darien | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Gower West Elem School Willowbrook | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Elizabeth Ide Elem School Darien | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MARQUETTE MANOR BAPTIST ACADEMY Downers Grove | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Hinsdale South High School Darien | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Mark DeLay School Darien | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Prairieview Elementary School Downers Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Anne M Jeans Elem School Willowbrook | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lakeview Jr High School Downers Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| KINGSWOOD ACADEMY Darien | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Westview Hills Middle School Willowbrook | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| El Sierra Elem School Downers Grove | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Gower Middle School Burr Ridge | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Maercker Elem School Westmont | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Downers Grove | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SETON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarendon Hills | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,974
Median Home Value
$388,800
Median Rent
$1,684/mo
Population
22,975
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
45
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kindi Academy
What grades does Kindi Academy serve?
Kindi Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Kindi Academy?
Kindi Academy has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kindi Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Kindi Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Kindi Academy rank in IL?
Kindi Academy ranks #93 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Kindi Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Kindi Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kindi Academy a private school?
Yes, Kindi 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 Kindi Academy a religious school?
Kindi Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 192 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 560-4900
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