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#480 of 716 private schools in IL

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim

High School

6045 N KEYSTONE AVE, Chicago, IL 60646

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 11th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 11th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#480 of 716

In Chicago

#123 of 162

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About Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim is a private high school in Chicago, IL. Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #480 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares0.8 pts below IL schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 44 students, Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim 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.

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How Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim compares to 156 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.6:1

This School

16.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

704

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim Chicago Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim (this school)	—	44	8.6:1	5.8
CICS - Northtown Campus	0.1 mi	843	15.3:1	7.3
Northside College Preparatory Hs	1.3 mi	1,032	14.5:1	9.5
Mather High School	1.5 mi	1,777	14.9:1	7.0
Von Steuben Metro Science HS	1.5 mi	1,695	15.8:1	8.4
Roosevelt High School	2.0 mi	1,177	13.4:1	4.8
Disney II Magnet HS	2.7 mi	755	9.4:1	7.7
Amundsen High School	2.8 mi	1,585	15.8:1	7.4
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines de la	2.9 mi	501	10.9:1	5.7
Schurz High School	3.0 mi	1,344	13.3:1	7.0
Devry Advantage Academy High Schl	3.1 mi	132	18.9:1	8.0
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl	3.1 mi	508	16.4:1	6.2
Chicago Math & Sci Elem Charter	3.2 mi	620	13.5:1	7.0
Taft High School	3.2 mi	4,416	16.1:1	7.7
Sullivan High School	3.2 mi	766	14.7:1	4.0
Senn High School	3.2 mi	1,516	14.2:1	7.7
Intrinsic Charter High School	3.6 mi	947	12.3:1	8.2
YCCS-ASPIRA Pantoja Alt HS	3.7 mi	198	28.3:1	5.8
ASPIRA Charter - Early College Pr	3.7 mi	263	43.8:1	6.4
Lane Technical High School	3.8 mi	4,525	16.8:1	8.9
Foreman High School	3.8 mi	700	13.5:1	4.3

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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

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

A- 8.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 10.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 2,100

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 1.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.7 / 10

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Enrollment 44

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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6045 N KEYSTONE AVE, Chicago, IL 60646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Northside College Preparatory Hs (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Von Steuben Metro Science HS (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUBAVITCH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CICS - Northtown Campus Chicago	0.1 mi	843	7.3
ALL ABOARD LEARNING EXPRESS Chicago	0.3 mi	20	—
Solomon Elem School Chicago	0.3 mi	338	8.3
YESHIVAS MEOR HATORAH OF CHICAGO Chicago	0.6 mi	67	5.7
SAUGANASH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago	0.7 mi	5	—
Lincoln Hall Middle School Lincolnwood	1.0 mi	409	7.5
Rutledge Hall Elem School Lincolnwood	1.0 mi	371	6.9
Todd Hall Elem School Lincolnwood	1.1 mi	439	7.9
ICC FULL TIME SCHOOL Chicago	0.9 mi	97	6.7
ICC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago	0.9 mi	95	8.4
Sauganash Elem School Chicago	0.9 mi	660	8.2
Peterson Elem School Chicago	1.1 mi	899	4.9
JOAN DACHS BAIS YAAKOV ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago	1.0 mi	740	5.5
TELSHE HIGH SCHOOL Chicago	1.3 mi	139	7.2
Volta Elem School Chicago	1.4 mi	742	5.6
Palmer Elem School Chicago	1.4 mi	756	6.9
Northside College Preparatory Hs Chicago	1.3 mi	1,032	9.5
LUBAVITCH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Chicago	1.3 mi	113	7.5
KNAPP SCHOOL AND YESHIVA Chicago	1.4 mi	103	7.7
Von Steuben Metro Science HS Chicago	1.5 mi	1,695	8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,115

Median Home Value

$493,600

Median Rent

$1,241/mo

Population

28,499

College Educated

57.5%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim

What grades does Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim serve?

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim serves students in grades 9th through 11th.

How many students attend Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim?

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim?

The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim rank in IL?

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim ranks #480 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim's MySchoolScout rating?

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim a private school?

Yes, Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim a religious school?

Yeshiva Gedola of the Midwest/yeshiva Eitz Chaim has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 74 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 47 Some Transit
Bike Score: 59 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 11th
Enrollment: 44
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 10.5 hours
Days Per Year: 200 days
Setting: Large City
County: Cook County
Phone: (773) 455-1001

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