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Ryan Banks Academy
High School
5401 S WENTWORTH, 2ND FL E, Chicago, IL 60609
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
7th – 10th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Grades
7th – 10th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Ryan Banks Academy
Ryan Banks Academy is a private high school in Chicago, IL 60609. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades 7th – 10th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $54,142, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Ryan Banks Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Ryan Banks Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2021 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $19,546
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $27,884
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.43x — Strong
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 0%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $370,355
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 25 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ryan Banks Academy compares to 596 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ryan Banks Academy (this school) | — |
| Beasley Elem Magnet Academic Ctr | 5.7 |
| Sherwood Elem School | 4.7 |
| Carter Elem School | 6.2 |
| KIPP Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus | 7.1 |
| Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts | 6.6 |
| Bronzeville Scholastic HS | 9.1 |
| Williams Medical Prep High Sch | 6.0 |
| Burke Elem School | 7.5 |
| Beethoven Elem School | 6.1 |
| CICS - Washington Pk Campus | 3.7 |
| Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts | 5.8 |
| Tilden Career Communty Academy HS | 7.0 |
| Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS | 7.8 |
| Holmes Elem School | 7.3 |
| Sherman Elem School | 7.4 |
| Nicholson Tech Acad Elem Sch | 7.4 |
| Noble St Chtr-Johnson Colg Prep | 6.5 |
| Fiske Elem School | 6.9 |
| Dulles Elem School | 6.3 |
| Graham A Elem School | 5.6 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Address
- 5401 S WENTWORTH, 2ND FL E, Chicago, IL 60609
- Phone
- (630) 880-2571
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in IL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
5401 S WENTWORTH, 2ND FL E, Chicago, IL 60609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ryan Banks Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bronzeville Scholastic HS (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Tilden Career Communty Academy HS (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RYAN BANKS ACADEMY Chicago | 0.1 mi | — |
| Sherwood Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Beasley Elem Magnet Academic Ctr Chicago | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Carter Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Bronzeville Scholastic HS Chicago | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Williams Medical Prep High Sch Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Burke Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| CAMBRIDGE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood HS Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CICS - Washington Pk Campus Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Tilden Career Communty Academy HS Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Noble St Chtr-Johnson Colg Prep Chicago | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Holmes Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Hendricks Elem Community Academy Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Sherman Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,142
Median Home Value
$251,600
Median Rent
$1,070/mo
Population
64,268
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
35.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ryan Banks Academy has a median household income of $54,142. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $251,600, with a median rent of $1,070/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ryan Banks Academy
What grades does Ryan Banks Academy serve?
Ryan Banks Academy serves students in grades 7th through 10th.
How many students attend Ryan Banks Academy?
Ryan Banks Academy has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ryan Banks Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ryan Banks Academy is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Ryan Banks Academy a private school?
Yes, Ryan Banks 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 Ryan Banks Academy a religious school?
No, Ryan Banks Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,030/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Chicago). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- COOK
- Phone
- (630) 880-2571
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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