Beacon Academy offers an innovative and challenging education based on Montessori principles that places a priority on experiental learning, entrepreneurial thinking, and in-depth interdisciplinary studies.
Students learn to think for themselves, collaborate and work in teams, and interact with the outside world by working on authentic problems.
In 11th and 12th grade, Beacon students may choose to pursue the highly regarded International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, Beacon's Experiential 2 year program, or a blend of coursework that meets their goals and interests.
Beacon Academy is a community school in the strongest sense of the word with Evanston and greater Chicago serving as our extended campus.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Yearly Tuition: $34,995
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Beacon Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2014
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Beacon Academy is an International Baccalaureate Programme Candidate School
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$34,995
Tuition Notes
Beacon Academy\' Tuition includes a $1,500 annual activity fee.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Admissions Director
Willow Walker
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Black Student Union, Dungeons and Dragons Club, Engineering Club, Interact Club, Interfaith Club, Literary Magazine, Math Club, Model UN, Pride Club, Rock Band, Scholastic Bowl, Science Olympiad, Service Learning, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Performing Arts - After School Theater
Black Student Union, Dungeons and Dragons Club, Engineering Club, Interact Club, Interfaith Club, Literary Magazine, Math Club, Model UN, Pride Club, Rock Band, Scholastic Bowl, Science Olympiad, Service Learning, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Performing Arts - After School Theater
School Notes
- Beacon Academy is home to 175 students from across the Chicagoland area who possess a passion for independent learning and a deep commitment to engaging in the real world. Our students come from more than 45 zip codes and 60 feeder schools, represent every major religion and close to 20 different home languagess, and reflect a community that is both ethnically and socio-economically diverse. With an el and Metra stop located just two blocks away, more than 80% of our students commute by public transportation.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Beacon Academy cost?
Beacon Academy's tuition is approximately $34,995 for private students.
What sports does Beacon Academy offer?
Beacon Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Flag Football, Sailing, Soccer, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Beacon Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.
What is Beacon Academy's ranking?
Beacon Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Beacon Academy?
The application deadline for Beacon Academy is Dec. 15.
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