Excellent
#15 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 2% of private schools
Willows Academy
High School
1015 ROSE AVE, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#15 of 716
In Des Plaines
#1 of 4
public schools
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About Willows Academy
Willows Academy is a private high school in Des Plaines, IL. Willows Academy serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willows Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Willows 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Willows Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Willows 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 Willows Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Des Plaines, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Willows Academy (this school) | 8.6 |
| Algonquin Middle School | 7.9 |
| Chippewa Middle School | 8.4 |
| Maine West High School | 7.6 |
| Friendship Jr High School | 7.2 |
| Iroquois Community 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
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
1015 ROSE AVE, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willows Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Central Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cumberland Elem School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Des Plaines, see our Des Plaines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLATO ACADEMY Des Plaines | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Algonquin Middle School Des Plaines | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Central Elem School Des Plaines | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Forest Elem School Des Plaines | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| North Elementary School Des Plaines | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Terrace Elem School Des Plaines | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| SCIENCE & ARTS ACADEMY Des Plaines | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Maine West High School Des Plaines | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Plainfield Elem School Des Plaines | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| South Elem School Des Plaines | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| MARYVILLE JEN SCHOOL Des Plaines | 1.9 mi | — |
| Devonshire School Des Plaines | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL ORTHODOX DAY SCHOOL Des Plaines | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Des Plaines | 2.3 mi | — |
| Iroquois Community School Des Plaines | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Friendship Jr High School Des Plaines | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Erie High School Erie, IL | 8.6 |
| WOLCOTT SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 8.6 |
| WOODLANDS ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Lake Forest, IL | 8.6 |
| JOSEPHINUM ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Chicago, IL | 8.5 |
| Brown County High School Mount Sterling, IL | 8.4 |
| Milford High School Campus Milford, IL | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willows Academy
What grades does Willows Academy serve?
Willows Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Willows Academy?
Willows Academy has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willows Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Willows Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Willows Academy rank in IL?
Willows Academy ranks #15 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Willows Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Willows Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Willows Academy a private school?
Yes, Willows Academy is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Willows Academy a religious school?
Willows Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 824-6900
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