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#38 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 5% of private schools

Parkland Preparatory Academy

School

2220 SOUTHWIND BLVD, Bartlett, IL 60103

Private

Enrollment

250

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#38 of 716

In Bartlett

#1 of 2

public schools

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Parkland Preparatory Academy

8.3/10

School in Bartlett · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Parkland Preparatory Academy

Parkland Preparatory Academy is a private school in Bartlett, IL. Parkland Preparatory Academy serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkland Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares2.1 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 6.1:1 students to teachers, Parkland Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Parkland Preparatory 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 Parkland Preparatory Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Bartlett, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
16.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
250
This School
vs
739
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 46.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 25.6% vs 0%
White 24% vs 0%
Asian 0.8% vs 0%
Parkland Preparatory Academy Bartlett Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Parkland Preparatory Academy (this school) 8.3
Nature Ridge Elem School 5.4
Liberty Elem School 7.3
Sycamore Trails Elementary School 7.0
Bartlett Elem School 5.5
Eastview Middle School 6.5
Bartlett High School 7.3
Centennial School 7.3
Prairieview Elementary School 5.5

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,176
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 66%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 250
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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 46.4%
Hispanic 25.6%
White 24.0%
Two or More 3.2%
Asian 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2220 SOUTHWIND BLVD, Bartlett, IL 60103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkland Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Anderson Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), with a comparable rating. Another option is ELGIN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Elgin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Liberty Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bartlett, see our Bartlett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Nature Ridge Elem School Bartlett 1.0 mi 5.4
Clinton Elem School South Elgin 1.1 mi 5.1
South Elgin High School South Elgin 1.2 mi 7.1
Kenyon Woods Middle School South Elgin 1.3 mi 5.6
Huff Elem School Elgin 2.1 mi 3.5
Willard Elem School South Elgin 1.8 mi 2.1
Lowrie Elem School Elgin 2.7 mi 3.2
Elgin High School Elgin 2.7 mi 6.2
Ellis Middle School Elgin 2.9 mi 3.7
Wayne Elem School Wayne 2.9 mi 5.3
ST MARY SCHOOL Elgin 3.1 mi 7.1
Channing Memorial Elem School Elgin 3.1 mi 4.7
ST EDWARD CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Elgin 3.1 mi 5.7
Anderson Elem School Saint Charles 2.8 mi 7.7
Liberty Elem School Bartlett 2.5 mi 7.3
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Elgin 3.4 mi 6.9
ELGIN ACADEMY Elgin 3.5 mi 7.7
Ronald D O Neal Elgin 3.6 mi 3.2
Lords Park Elem School Elgin 3.7 mi 4.1
Washington Elem School Elgin 3.4 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,552

Median Home Value

$353,300

Median Rent

$1,851/mo

Population

41,825

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

88.4%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

41.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett, IL 8.3
ROYCEMORE SCHOOL Evanston, IL 8.3
DAARUL ULOOM ISLAMIC SCHOOL Peoria, IL 8.5
KEITH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rockford, IL 8.5
BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago, IL 8.8
CHICAGO WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago, IL 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkland Preparatory Academy

What grades does Parkland Preparatory Academy serve?

Parkland Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Parkland Preparatory Academy?

Parkland Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkland Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkland Preparatory Academy is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Parkland Preparatory Academy rank in IL?

Parkland Preparatory Academy ranks #38 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Parkland Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkland Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Parkland Preparatory Academy a private school?

Yes, Parkland Preparatory 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 Parkland Preparatory Academy a religious school?

No, Parkland Preparatory Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
250
Gender Split
83% M / 17% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
196 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County

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