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#520 of 716 private schools in IL
Nazareth Academy
High School
1209 W OGDEN AVE, La Grange Park, IL 60526
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#520 of 716
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Nazareth Academy
High School in La Grange Park · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nazareth Academy
Nazareth Academy is a private high school in La Grange Park, IL. Nazareth Academy serves approximately 720 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Nazareth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Nazareth 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 Nazareth Academy compares to the 4 public schools in La Grange Park, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in La Grange Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nazareth Academy (this school) | 5.5 |
| Park Junior High School | 9.1 |
| Forest Road Elem School | 8.5 |
| Barnsdale Road School | 8.0 |
| Brook Park Elem School | 6.0 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1209 W OGDEN AVE, La Grange Park, IL 60526
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nazareth Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. McClure Jr High School (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Field Park Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cossitt Ave Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby La Grange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Grange Park, see our La Grange Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Park Junior High School La Grange Park | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Ogden Ave Elem School La Grange | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL La Grange | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Lyons Twp High Sch La Grange | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF LAGRANGE La Grange | 0.6 mi | — |
| Field Park Elem School Western Springs | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| CREATIVE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Grange | 1.0 mi | — |
| McClure Jr High School Western Springs | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Cossitt Ave Elem School La Grange | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Forest Road Elem School La Grange Park | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| DIVINE PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Westchester | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Barnsdale Road School La Grange Park | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Westchester Primary School Westchester | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH SCHOOL Western Springs | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WESTERN SPRINGS Western Springs | 1.5 mi | — |
| Spring Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Seventh Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Wm F Gurrie Middle School La Grange | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hillside | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,831
Median Home Value
$427,800
Median Rent
$1,413/mo
Population
13,341
College Educated
59.6%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Prairie Central High School Fairbury, IL | 5.5 |
| Univ of Chicago Chtr-Woodlawn Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| Charleston High School Charleston, IL | 5.6 |
| East Peoria High School East Peoria, IL | 5.4 |
| Harvard High School Harvard, IL | 5.4 |
| JOLIET CATHOLIC ACADEMY Joliet, IL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nazareth Academy
What grades does Nazareth Academy serve?
Nazareth Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Nazareth Academy?
Nazareth Academy has an enrollment of approximately 720 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nazareth Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Nazareth Academy is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nazareth Academy rank in IL?
Nazareth Academy ranks #520 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Nazareth Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Nazareth Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nazareth Academy a private school?
Yes, Nazareth 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 Nazareth Academy a religious school?
Nazareth Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 720
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 354-0061
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