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#1 of 716 private schools in IL

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Latin School of Chicago Upper

Elementary School

59 W N BLVD, Chicago, IL 60610

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

1.8:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

1.8:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#1 of 716

In Chicago

#1 of 162

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About Latin School of Chicago Upper

Latin School of Chicago Upper is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Latin School of Chicago Upper serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 1.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Latin School of Chicago Upper has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares3.2 pts above IL schools

9.4

This school 9.4 · Excellent
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 1.8:1 students to teachers, Latin School of Chicago Upper sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Latin School of Chicago Upper 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

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How Latin School of Chicago Upper compares to 472 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

1.8:1

This School

15.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

316

This School

463

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

9.4

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50.6% vs 0%

Asian 17.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 8.2% vs 0%

Black 4.4% vs 0%

Latin School of Chicago Upper Chicago Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Latin School of Chicago Upper (this school)	—	316	1.8:1	9.4
LaSalle Elem Language Academy	0.4 mi	483	12.1:1	6.7
Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center	0.4 mi	359	13.3:1	5.9
Manierre Elem School	0.5 mi	288	13.1:1	5.0
Salazar Elem Bilingual Center	0.7 mi	366	14.1:1	4.8
Ogden Elem School	0.7 mi	907	226.8:1	3.4
Skinner Elem School	0.8 mi	1,049	16.7:1	8.7
Skinner North Elem Sch	0.8 mi	512	17.1:1	9.3
Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad	0.8 mi	327	10.5:1	5.3
Lincoln Elem School	1.2 mi	851	16.4:1	9.1
Alcott Elem School	1.5 mi	575	575:1	6.9
Mayer Elem School	1.6 mi	698	15.9:1	9.3
Rowe Elementary	1.7 mi	704	13:1	4.1
Lozano Elem Bilingual & Intl Ctr	1.7 mi	246	9.8:1	4.7
Burr Elem School	1.9 mi	454	14.2:1	8.1
Harriet Tubman Elem School	2.0 mi	282	9.1:1	7.5
Otis Elem School	2.2 mi	365	10.4:1	4.3
Nettelhorst Elem School	2.2 mi	650	14.4:1	7.9
Drummond Elem School	2.2 mi	336	14.6:1	7.0
LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch	2.3 mi	582	14.6:1	8.8
Prescott Elem School	2.3 mi	412	12.5:1	9.4

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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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A+ 9.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 1.8:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,408

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 67%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 316

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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)

White 50.6%

Two or More 19.3%

Asian 17.4%

Hispanic 8.2%

Black 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

59 W N BLVD, Chicago, IL 60610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Latin School of Chicago Upper may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Skinner North Elem Sch (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Skinner Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHICAGO, LINCOLN P (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
THE LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO Chicago	0.0 mi	1,126	7.9
LINCOLN PARK PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chicago	0.0 mi	13	—
LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO LOWER Chicago	0.1 mi	315	8.6
CATHERINE COOK SCHOOL Chicago	0.3 mi	418	6.7
Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center Chicago	0.4 mi	359	5.9
LaSalle Elem Language Academy Chicago	0.4 mi	483	6.7
Manierre Elem School Chicago	0.5 mi	288	5.0
Salazar Elem Bilingual Center Chicago	0.7 mi	366	4.8
Payton College Preparatory HS Chicago	0.7 mi	1,265	9.4
Ogden Elem School Chicago	0.7 mi	907	3.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago	0.7 mi	432	5.6
GOLD COAST PREP (FORMERLY CHICAGO GRAMMAR SCHOOL) Chicago	0.9 mi	22	—
Skinner North Elem Sch Chicago	0.8 mi	512	9.3
Noble St Chtr-The Noble Academy Chicago	0.8 mi	537	6.1
Skinner Elem School Chicago	0.8 mi	1,049	8.7
FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago	1.0 mi	764	6.6
Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago	0.8 mi	327	5.3
Lincoln Park High School Chicago	0.9 mi	2,125	8.3
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHICAGO, LINCOLN P Chicago	0.9 mi	353	8.7
FUSION ACADEMY LP: CHICAGO- LINCOLN PARK Chicago	1.0 mi	84	8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,649

Median Home Value

$543,000

Median Rent

$2,029/mo

Population

45,282

College Educated

79.3%

Homeownership

34.3%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

32.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Barbara B Rose Elem School South Barrington, IL	382	9.4
Greenbriar Elem School Northbrook, IL	367	9.4
Prescott Elem School Chicago, IL	412	9.4
South Elem School Des Plaines, IL	233	9.4
South Park Elem School Deerfield, IL	433	9.4
Westmoor Elem School Northbrook, IL	352	9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Latin School of Chicago Upper

What grades does Latin School of Chicago Upper serve?

Latin School of Chicago Upper serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Latin School of Chicago Upper?

Latin School of Chicago Upper has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Latin School of Chicago Upper?

The student-teacher ratio at Latin School of Chicago Upper is 1.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Latin School of Chicago Upper rank in IL?

Latin School of Chicago Upper ranks #1 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Latin School of Chicago Upper's MySchoolScout rating?

Latin School of Chicago Upper has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Latin School of Chicago Upper a private school?

Yes, Latin School of Chicago Upper 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 Latin School of Chicago Upper a religious school?

No, Latin School of Chicago Upper is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 83 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 95 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment: 316
Gender Split: 58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 1.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 178
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cook County
Phone: (312) 582-6014

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