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#428 of 716 private schools in IL

Pythagoras Childrens Academy

Elementary School

893 N CHURCH RD, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Private

Enrollment

35

Student-Teacher

5.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#428 of 716

In Elmhurst

#4 of 6

public schools

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Pythagoras Childrens Academy

6.0/10

Elementary School in Elmhurst · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pythagoras Childrens Academy

Pythagoras Childrens Academy is a private elementary school in Elmhurst, IL. Pythagoras Childrens Academy serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pythagoras Childrens Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #428 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 35 students, Pythagoras Childrens 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Pythagoras Childrens Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Pythagoras Childrens 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 Pythagoras Childrens Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Elmhurst, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
35
This School
vs
400
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
7.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.7% vs 0%
Pythagoras Childrens Academy Elmhurst Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Pythagoras Childrens Academy (this school) 6.0
Conrad Fischer Elem School 5.5
Emerson Elem School 8.1
Field Elem School 8.3
Hawthorne Elem School 8.7
Edison Elem School 8.3
Lincoln Elem School 7.6
Jefferson Elem School 8.2
Early Childhood 7.3
Jackson Elem School 8.1
Salt Creek Elem School 9.0

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 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,196.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 11%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 35
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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)

White 94.3%
Hispanic 5.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

893 N CHURCH RD, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pythagoras Childrens Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tioga Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bensenville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Field Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elmhurst, see our Elmhurst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CONCORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bensenville 0.6 mi 7.8
Churchville Middle School Elmhurst 0.7 mi 6.9
Emerson Elem School Elmhurst 1.2 mi 8.1
Conrad Fischer Elem School Elmhurst 0.9 mi 5.5
W A Johnson Sch Bensenville 1.6 mi 4.8
Blackhawk Middle School Bensenville 1.7 mi 6.5
Tioga Elementary School Bensenville 1.7 mi 8.4
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN Elmhurst 1.8 mi 7.3
Ardmore Elem School Addison 1.6 mi 7.8
Field Elem School Elmhurst 1.8 mi 8.3
Addison Early Learning Center Addison 1.6 mi 6.3
Fenton High School Bensenville 2.1 mi 7.6
Hawthorne Elem School Elmhurst 2.2 mi 8.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION GRADE SCHOOL Elmhurst 2.2 mi 6.3
IC CATHOLIC PREP Elmhurst 2.2 mi 8.0
Fullerton Elem School Addison 1.7 mi 4.7
York Comm High School Elmhurst 2.3 mi 8.8
Oakbrook Elem School Wood Dale 2.4 mi 7.7
North Elem School Villa Park 2.3 mi 6.3
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Villa Park 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,333

Median Home Value

$527,600

Median Rent

$1,890/mo

Population

47,759

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

80.3%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pythagoras Childrens Academy

What grades does Pythagoras Childrens Academy serve?

Pythagoras Childrens Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Pythagoras Childrens Academy?

Pythagoras Childrens Academy has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pythagoras Childrens Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Pythagoras Childrens Academy is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pythagoras Childrens Academy rank in IL?

Pythagoras Childrens Academy ranks #428 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Pythagoras Childrens Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Pythagoras Childrens Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pythagoras Childrens Academy a private school?

Yes, Pythagoras Childrens Academy is a private coeducational school with a Greek Orthodox affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Pythagoras Childrens Academy a religious school?

Pythagoras Childrens Academy has a Greek Orthodox religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
35
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Greek Orthodox
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County

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