Very Good
#77 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 11% of private schools
Plato Academy
Elementary School
733 LEE ST STE 200, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#77 of 716
In Des Plaines
#3 of 4
public schools
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Plato Academy
Elementary School in Des Plaines · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Plato Academy
Plato Academy is a private elementary school in Des Plaines, IL. Plato Academy serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Plato Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Plato 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, Plato Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Plato 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 Plato Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Des Plaines, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Plato Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Central Elem School | 9.1 |
| North Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Algonquin Middle School | 7.9 |
| Forest Elem School | 8.0 |
| Cumberland Elem School | 9.1 |
| South Elem School | 9.4 |
| Chippewa Middle School | 8.4 |
| Terrace Elem School | 8.7 |
| Plainfield Elem School | 8.1 |
| Brentwood Elem School | 5.1 |
| Devonshire School | 5.2 |
| Iroquois Community School | 9.0 |
| Early Learning Center | 7.1 |
| Apollo Elem School | 5.7 |
| Friendship Jr High School | 7.2 |
| Orchard Place Elem School | 7.0 |
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.
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
733 LEE ST STE 200, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plato Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cumberland Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Des Plaines, see our Des Plaines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Elem School Des Plaines | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| North Elementary School Des Plaines | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| WILLOWS ACADEMY Des Plaines | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| SCIENCE & ARTS ACADEMY Des Plaines | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Algonquin Middle School Des Plaines | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| South Elem School Des Plaines | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Forest Elem School Des Plaines | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL ORTHODOX DAY SCHOOL Des Plaines | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Plainfield Elem School Des Plaines | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Maine West High School Des Plaines | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MARYVILLE JEN SCHOOL Des Plaines | 1.9 mi | — |
| Terrace Elem School Des Plaines | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Maine East High School Park Ridge | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Iroquois Community School Des Plaines | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Franklin Elementary School Park Ridge | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Des Plaines | 2.3 mi | — |
| Orchard Place Elem School Des Plaines | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| KIDDIE GARDEN Niles | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,044
Median Home Value
$300,700
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
60,520
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
42.1
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|---|---|
| CONCORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bensenville, IL | 7.8 |
| CHICAGO FREE SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.7 |
| Emden Elementary School Emden, IL | 7.7 |
| Jefferson Elem School Collinsville, IL | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago, IL | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plato Academy
What grades does Plato Academy serve?
Plato Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Plato Academy?
Plato Academy has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plato Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Plato Academy is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Plato Academy rank in IL?
Plato Academy ranks #77 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Plato Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Plato Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Plato Academy a private school?
Yes, Plato 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 Plato Academy a religious school?
No, Plato Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 186 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 768-7188
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