Very Good
#175 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 24% of private schools
Peoria Academy
Elementary School
2711 W WILLOW KNOLLS DR, Peoria, IL 61614
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#175 of 716
In Peoria
#4 of 14
public schools
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Peoria Academy
Elementary School in Peoria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peoria Academy
Peoria Academy is a private elementary school in Peoria, IL. Peoria Academy serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Peoria Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Peoria 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 7.7:1 students to teachers, Peoria Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Peoria 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 Peoria Academy compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Peoria, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Peoria Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Ridgeview Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Northmoor Primary School | 6.8 |
| Rolling Acres Middle School | 4.6 |
| Mark W Bills Middle School | 5.0 |
| Liberty Leadership Middle School | 5.3 |
| Kellar Primary School | 7.5 |
| Wilder-Waite Grade School | 7.5 |
| Charter Oak Primary School | 5.9 |
| Hines Primary School | 3.0 |
| Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch | 7.4 |
| Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School | 4.2 |
| Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School | 2.4 |
| Quest Charter School Academy | 4.4 |
| Sterling Middle School | 3.7 |
| Von Steuben Middle School | 2.4 |
| Reservoir Gifted School | 8.6 |
| Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr | 4.8 |
| Franklin Primary School | 3.8 |
| Pleasant Valley Primary School | 4.1 |
| Whittier Primary School | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Peoria
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
2711 W WILLOW KNOLLS DR, Peoria, IL 61614
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peoria Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ridgeview Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wilder-Waite Grade School (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIGHT HOUSE ACADEMY Peoria | 0.4 mi | — |
| LIGHT HOUSE ACADEMY Peoria | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ridgeview Elementary School Peoria | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Northmoor Primary School Peoria | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Rolling Acres Middle School Peoria | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Richwoods High School Peoria | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| EL VISTA BAPTIST ACADEMY Peoria | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL Peoria | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ALETHEIA SCHOOL Peoria | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| DAARUL ULOOM ISLAMIC SCHOOL Peoria | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Mark W Bills Middle School Peoria | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Wilder-Waite Grade School Peoria | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PEORIA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Peoria | 2.0 mi | — |
| Liberty Leadership Middle School Peoria | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peoria | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Kellar Primary School Peoria | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Charter Oak Primary School Peoria | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Peoria | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTHMINSTER LEARNING CENTER Peoria | 3.0 mi | — |
| ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Peoria | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,379
Median Home Value
$169,700
Median Rent
$948/mo
Population
28,142
College Educated
46.4%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
15.5 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights, IL | 7.2 |
| Prairieview-Ogden North Elem Royal, IL | 7.2 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Collinsville, IL | 7.2 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rock Falls, IL | 7.2 |
| ST FRANCIS BORGIA SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
| ST NICHOLAS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peoria Academy
What grades does Peoria Academy serve?
Peoria Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Peoria Academy?
Peoria Academy has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peoria Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Peoria Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Peoria Academy rank in IL?
Peoria Academy ranks #175 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Peoria Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Peoria Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Peoria Academy a private school?
Yes, Peoria 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 Peoria Academy a religious school?
No, Peoria Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Peoria County
- Phone
- (309) 692-7570
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