Very Good
#139 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 19% of private schools
Kingswood Academy
Elementary School
133 PLAINFIELD RD, Darien, IL 60561
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#139 of 716
In Darien
#2 of 2
public schools
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Kingswood Academy
Elementary School in Darien · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kingswood Academy
Kingswood Academy is a private elementary school in Darien, IL. Kingswood Academy serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kingswood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #139 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Kingswood 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 7:1 students to teachers, Kingswood Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kingswood 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 Kingswood Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Darien, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kingswood Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Mark DeLay School | 8.0 |
| Lace Elem School | 7.3 |
| Concord Elem School | 8.8 |
| Eisenhower Jr High School | 6.7 |
| Cass Jr High School | 8.1 |
| Elizabeth Ide Elem School | 5.3 |
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
133 PLAINFIELD RD, Darien, IL 60561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kingswood Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elm Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Burr Ridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walker School (rated 9.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Clarendon Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madison Elem School (rated 9.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Hinsdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Darien, see our Darien schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hinsdale South High School Darien | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Gower West Elem School Willowbrook | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Gower Middle School Burr Ridge | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Mark DeLay School Darien | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Holmes Elem School Clarendon Hills | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Westview Hills Middle School Willowbrook | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| SETON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarendon Hills | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Lace Elem School Darien | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Concord Elem School Darien | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| KINDI ACADEMY Darien | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Eisenhower Jr High School Darien | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Hinsdale Central High School Hinsdale | 2.2 mi | 9.8 |
| Elm Elem School Burr Ridge | 2.0 mi | 9.7 |
| Maercker Elem School Westmont | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Walker School Clarendon Hills | 2.5 mi | 9.7 |
| Anne M Jeans Elem School Willowbrook | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| VINE ACADEMY Burr Ridge | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Madison Elem School Hinsdale | 2.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Cass Jr High School Darien | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Burr Ridge Middle School Burr Ridge | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago, IL | 7.4 |
| Congerville Elem School Congerville, IL | 7.4 |
| EAST ORCHARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney, IL | 7.4 |
| Hodgkins Elem School Hodgkins, IL | 7.4 |
| Opdyke-Belle Rive Grade Sch Opdyke, IL | 7.4 |
| Spoon River Valley Elem School London Mills, IL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kingswood Academy
What grades does Kingswood Academy serve?
Kingswood Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Kingswood Academy?
Kingswood Academy has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kingswood Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Kingswood Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Kingswood Academy rank in IL?
Kingswood Academy ranks #139 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Kingswood Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Kingswood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kingswood Academy a private school?
Yes, Kingswood Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Kingswood Academy a religious school?
Kingswood Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 887-1411
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