Below Average

#653 of 716 private schools in IL

Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy

High School

2920 S WABASH AVE, Chicago, IL 60616

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

10th – 12th

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#653 of 716

In Chicago

#152 of 162

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About Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy

Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy is a private high school in Chicago, IL. Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #653 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.9 pts below IL schools

4.7

This school 4.7 · Below Average
IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 146 students, Mckinley Lakeside Leadership 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.

Mckinley Lakeside Leadership 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

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How Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy compares to 155 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.2:1

This School

16.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

146

This School

704

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.7

This School

6.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 99.3% vs 0%

White 0.7% vs 0%

Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy Chicago Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy (this school)	—	146	18.2:1	4.7
YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership	0.0 mi	96	13.7:1	6.5
Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS	0.4 mi	397	10.7:1	7.2
YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership	0.6 mi	132	26.4:1	4.9
Chicago Military Academy HS	0.8 mi	215	10.2:1	6.4
Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus	0.9 mi	405	—:1	4.7
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville HS	1.0 mi	167	13.9:1	7.9
Air Force Acad High School	1.0 mi	118	6.6:1	7.3
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus	1.0 mi	334	—:1	5.4
Phillips Academy High School	1.2 mi	494	13.7:1	7.1
Juarez Community Academy HS	2.2 mi	1,587	13.8:1	6.4
Jones College Prep High School	2.2 mi	1,973	16.7:1	8.8
King College Prep High School	2.2 mi	721	16.8:1	5.8
Chicago Technology Academy HS	2.3 mi	371	12.8:1	5.3
Tilden Career Communty Academy HS	2.5 mi	264	10.2:1	5.9
Williams Medical Prep High Sch	2.5 mi	80	5.7:1	4.6
Bronzeville Scholastic HS	2.6 mi	109	6.8:1	8.6
Intrinsic 2 Charter High School	2.7 mi	699	11.1:1	4.9
Noble St Chtr-Muchin College Prep	2.8 mi	944	17.8:1	6.9
YCCS-Innovations of Arts Integr	2.8 mi	502	50.2:1	6.3
Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts	2.9 mi	535	14.1:1	5.0

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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

C- 2.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,357.8

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 1%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 146

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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)

Black 99.3%

White 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2920 S WABASH AVE, Chicago, IL 60616

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Air Force Acad High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership (rated 6.5/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership Chicago	0.0 mi	96	6.5
Drake Elem School Chicago	0.2 mi	301	4.8
Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago	0.4 mi	397	7.2
ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago	0.4 mi	118	7.9
Pershing Elem Humanities Magnet Chicago	0.5 mi	396	4.3
YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago	0.6 mi	132	4.9
Ward J Elem School Chicago	0.5 mi	495	7.9
DE LA SALLE INSTITUTE - INSTITUTE CAMPUS Chicago	0.7 mi	699	6.3
National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago	0.7 mi	766	7.5
PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago	0.7 mi	80	6.4
PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago	0.7 mi	113	6.2
Haines Elem School Chicago	0.7 mi	482	8.8
ST THERESE CHINESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago	0.8 mi	196	6.2
Chicago Military Academy HS Chicago	0.8 mi	215	6.4
Perspectives Chtr - IIT Campus Chicago	0.9 mi	405	4.7
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus Chicago	1.0 mi	334	5.4
Wells Preparatory Elem Academy Chicago	1.0 mi	314	4.4
Air Force Acad High School Chicago	1.0 mi	118	7.3
Healy Elem School Chicago	0.8 mi	1,209	8.6
Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago	0.8 mi	529	7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,841

Median Home Value

$387,300

Median Rent

$1,329/mo

Population

54,456

College Educated

52.9%

Homeownership

39.3%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

37.4

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Armstrong High School Armstrong, IL	114	4.6
Hirsch Metropolitan High School Chicago, IL	173	4.6
ACCELERATION ACADEMIES LLC HOMESTEAD Chicago, IL	178	4.5
YCCS Chtr - Chatham Chicago, IL	101	4.9
YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago, IL	132	4.9
COOP HS 7 Rossville, IL	102	5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy

What grades does Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy serve?

Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy?

Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy rank in IL?

Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy ranks #653 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy a private school?

Yes, Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy 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 Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy a religious school?

No, Mckinley Lakeside Leadership Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 70 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 79 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 10th – 12th
Enrollment: 146
Gender Split: 4% M / 96% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 8
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.3 hours
Days Per Year: 186 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cook County
Phone: (312) 949-5010

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