Very Good
#184 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 26% of private schools
Northside Catholic Academy
Middle School
7318 N OAKLEY AVE, Chicago, IL 60645
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#184 of 716
In Chicago
#63 of 162
public schools
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Northside Catholic Academy
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About Northside Catholic Academy
Northside Catholic Academy is a private middle school in Chicago, IL. Northside Catholic Academy serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Northside Catholic 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Northside Catholic Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northside Catholic 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 Northside Catholic Academy compares to 491 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northside Catholic Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz | 9.2 |
| Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la | 5.7 |
| Armstrong G Elem IntL Studies | 7.5 |
| Rogers Elem School | 7.4 |
| Jordan Elem Community School | 6.0 |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter | 7.0 |
| Mosaic School of Fine Arts | 6.4 |
| Decatur Classical Elem School | 9.7 |
| Gale Elem Community Academy | 5.1 |
| Field Elem School | 5.9 |
| Kilmer Elem School | 6.5 |
| West Ridge Elem School | 7.7 |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy | 8.3 |
| Clinton Elem School | 5.5 |
| Hayt Elem School | 5.8 |
| Jamieson Elem School | 7.2 |
| Swift Elem Specialty School | 5.4 |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr | 5.0 |
| Solomon Elem School | 8.3 |
| Peirce Elem Intl Studies School | 6.9 |
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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
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
7318 N OAKLEY AVE, Chicago, IL 60645
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northside Catholic Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Decatur Classical Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDA CROWN JEWISH ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la Chicago | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz Chicago | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| GUIDANCE EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Armstrong G Elem IntL Studies Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| KINGDOM ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER Chicago | 0.4 mi | — |
| Rogers Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BETHESDA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Jordan Elem Community School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Oakton Elem School Evanston | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Chute Middle School Evanston | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ABC ACADEMY Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| LUBAVITCH MESIVTA OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Mosaic School of Fine Arts Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| IDA CROWN JEWISH ACADEMY Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Dawes Elementary School Evanston | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| New Field Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Gale Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Decatur Classical Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 9.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,126
Median Home Value
$308,200
Median Rent
$1,424/mo
Population
46,856
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northside Catholic Academy
What grades does Northside Catholic Academy serve?
Northside Catholic Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Northside Catholic Academy?
Northside Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Northside Catholic Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northside Catholic Academy rank in IL?
Northside Catholic Academy ranks #184 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Northside Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Northside Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northside Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, Northside Catholic 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 Northside Catholic Academy a religious school?
Northside Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 271-2008
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