Very Good
#148 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 21% of private schools
North Shore Country Day School
School
310 GREEN BAY RD, Winnetka, IL 60093
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#148 of 716
In Winnetka
#1 of 3
public schools
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About North Shore Country Day School
North Shore Country Day School is a private school in Winnetka, IL. North Shore Country Day School serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shore Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, North Shore Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
North Shore Country Day School 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 North Shore Country Day School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Winnetka, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Shore Country Day School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Greeley Elem School | 9.8 |
| New Trier Township H S Winnetka | 9.6 |
| Crow Island Elem School | 9.2 |
| The Skokie School | 9.3 |
| Carleton W Washburne School | 9.6 |
| Hubbard Woods Elem School | 9.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
310 GREEN BAY RD, Winnetka, IL 60093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Shore Country Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Greeley Elem School (rated 9.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Trier Township H S Winnetka (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Joseph Sears School (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Kenilworth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winnetka, see our Winnetka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE SCHOOL OF SAINTS FAITH, HOPE & CHARITY Winnetka | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Greeley Elem School Winnetka | 0.5 mi | 9.8 |
| New Trier Township H S Winnetka Winnetka | 0.6 mi | 9.6 |
| The Joseph Sears School Kenilworth | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Harper Elem School Wilmette | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Crow Island Elem School Winnetka | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| RONALD KNOX MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilmette | 1.1 mi | — |
| The Skokie School Winnetka | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Carleton W Washburne School Winnetka | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Hubbard Woods Elem School Winnetka | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Marie Murphy School Wilmette | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Winnetka | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Highcrest Middle School Wilmette | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Wilmette Junior High School Wilmette | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| McKenzie Elem School Wilmette | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Romona Elem School Wilmette | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| South Elem School Glencoe | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Willard Elem School Evanston | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| THE BARBEREUX SCHOOL Evanston | 2.4 mi | — |
| New Trier Township H S Northfield Northfield | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$230,777
Median Home Value
$1,073,700
Median Rent
$1,840/mo
Population
20,156
College Educated
81.8%
Homeownership
91%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
44.8
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| LYCEE FRANCAIS DE CHICAGO Chicago, IL | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Shore Country Day School
What grades does North Shore Country Day School serve?
North Shore Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend North Shore Country Day School?
North Shore Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Shore Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Shore Country Day School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does North Shore Country Day School rank in IL?
North Shore Country Day School ranks #148 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is North Shore Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Shore Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Shore Country Day School a private school?
Yes, North Shore Country Day School 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 North Shore Country Day School a religious school?
No, North Shore Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 532
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 446-0674
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