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Plato Academy

8535 Georgiana Avenue, Morton Grove, IL, 60053-0605 -

School Notes Overview:

Plato Academy is a place where each student has a voice. Our goal is to nurture children who will become capable and competent individuals. Competence results from determination and genuine effort. Students are challenged through thoughtful conversations with their teachers and encouraged to take risks in order to become true problem solvers. The curriculum is driven by student interest and designed by teachers to meet the needs of all students. Plato Academy curriculum is interdisciplinary and includes a true commitment to the arts. We intend for all students to have a well-rounded learning experience that emphasizes intellect and character. In preparation of becoming the citizens of tomorrow, Plato Academy curriculum also involves students in service to the community. Plato graduates go to high school confidently prepared for success. Our graduates are accepted by the finest college prep high schools and go on to distinguish themselves at the colleges of their choice....

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School Overview:

	Plato Academy
School Type	Alternative School
School Membership(s)	National Association for the Education of Young Children
Religious Affiliation	Greek Orthodox
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 8
County	Cook County, IL
Student Body
Total Students	52 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(IL) School Avg.
% Students of Color	16%	34%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 10 students
	Kind - 8 students
	Grade 1 - 4 students
	Grade 2 - 1 students
	Grade 3 - 7 students
	Grade 4 - 4 students
	Grade 5 - 8 students
	Grade 6 - 4 students
	Grade 7 - 3 students
	Grade 8 - 3 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	9 teachers
	This School	(IL) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:6	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	176 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

Plato Academy is a place where each student has a voice. Our goal is to nurture children who will become capable and competent individuals. Competence results from determination and genuine effort. Students are challenged through thoughtful conversations with their teachers and encouraged to take risks in order to become true problem solvers. The curriculum is driven by student interest and designed by teachers to meet the needs of all students. Plato Academy curriculum is interdisciplinary and includes a true commitment to the arts. We intend for all students to have a well-rounded learning experience that emphasizes intellect and character. In preparation of becoming the citizens of tomorrow, Plato Academy curriculum also involves students in service to the community. Plato graduates go to high school confidently prepared for success. Our graduates are accepted by the finest college prep high schools and go on to distinguish themselves at the colleges of their choice.
Profile last updated: 02/13/2009

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (60053)	School Zip (60053)	(IL) State Average
Population (Approximate)	21,668 people	12,415,876 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	42%	24%
Population Average Age	44 years old	34 years old
Average Household size	2.7 persons	2.6 persons
Median Household Income	$65,466	$48,019
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	6.1 rooms	5.3 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	51 years old	50 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	95% / 5%	61% / 39%