Very Good
#69 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 10% of private schools
The Latin School of Chicago
School
59 W N BLVD, Chicago, IL 60610
Enrollment
1,126
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,126
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#69 of 716
In Chicago
#26 of 162
public schools
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About The Latin School of Chicago
The Latin School of Chicago is a private school in Chicago, IL. The Latin School of Chicago serves approximately 1,126 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Latin School of Chicago has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, The Latin School of Chicago sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Latin School of Chicago 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 The Latin School of Chicago compares to 632 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Latin School of Chicago (this school) | 7.9 |
| LaSalle Elem Language Academy | 6.7 |
| Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center | 5.9 |
| Manierre Elem School | 5.0 |
| Salazar Elem Bilingual Center | 4.8 |
| Payton College Preparatory HS | 9.4 |
| Ogden Elem School | 3.4 |
| Noble St Chtr-The Noble Academy | 6.1 |
| Skinner Elem School | 8.7 |
| Skinner North Elem Sch | 9.3 |
| Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Park High School | 8.3 |
| Lincoln Elem School | 9.1 |
| Alcott Elem School | 6.9 |
| Mayer Elem School | 9.3 |
| Rowe Elementary | 4.1 |
| Lozano Elem Bilingual & Intl Ctr | 4.7 |
| Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus | 6.8 |
| Ogden Int High School | 5.6 |
| Burr Elem School | 8.1 |
| YCCS-Innovations of Arts Integr | 6.3 |
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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.
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.
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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
59 W N BLVD, Chicago, IL 60610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Latin School of Chicago may also want to explore other schools in the area. LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO UPPER (rated 9.4/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Payton College Preparatory HS (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Skinner North Elem Sch (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,649
Median Home Value
$543,000
Median Rent
$2,029/mo
Population
45,282
College Educated
79.3%
Homeownership
34.3%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
32.1
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| Horizon Science Acad-McKinley Pk Chicago, IL | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Latin School of Chicago
What grades does The Latin School of Chicago serve?
The Latin School of Chicago serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Latin School of Chicago?
The Latin School of Chicago has an enrollment of approximately 1,126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Latin School of Chicago?
The student-teacher ratio at The Latin School of Chicago is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Latin School of Chicago rank in IL?
The Latin School of Chicago ranks #69 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is The Latin School of Chicago's MySchoolScout rating?
The Latin School of Chicago has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Latin School of Chicago a private school?
Yes, The Latin School of Chicago 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 The Latin School of Chicago a religious school?
No, The Latin School of Chicago is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,126
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 178
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 582-6014
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