The Power Think Academy
School Notes Overview:
The PowerThink Academy provides parents and students with an Alternative to Traditional Education and/or HomeSchooling. Our Educational Environment and Instructional Approach guide and support the unique abilities and talents of our students. There is No Substitute for Excellence. Every student is Free to Excel!...
School Overview:
The Power Think Academy |
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| School Type | Alternative School | |
| School Membership(s) | Other special emphasis association(s) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten - 12 | |
| Year Founded | 1990 | |
| County | DuPage County, IL | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 18 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 20% | 29% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 1 - 1 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 3 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 1 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 1 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 2 teachers | |
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 100% | |
| Average Class Size | 16 | |
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:4 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 178 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,000 | |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% | |
| Head of School | William Levin | |
| Admissions Director | Bernadette LaHaie | |
School Notes:
- Small, Multi-Age Groups
- Indivual Differences are Respected and Nurtured
- Individualized Curriculum and Instruction
- Brain-Friendly Teaching and Learning Strategies
- Safe, Positive, Respectful Learning Environment
- We strive to bring out the Very Best in each student by guiding their Learning and Behavior and supporting their Growth and Development as a Whole Person.
- Profile last updated: 07/16/2007
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (60516) | School Zip (60516) |
(IL) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 30,593 people | 12,415,876 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 52% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 38 years old | 34 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.7 persons | 2.6 persons |
| Median Household Income | $73,687 | $48,019 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.7 rooms | 5.3 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 34 years old | 50 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (60516) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 85% / 15% | 61% / 39% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Marquette Manor Baptist Academy - 304 students - 1.3 mi. away - view location
- Hinsdale Adventist Academy - 220 students - 5.1 mi. away - view location
- Acacia Academy - 85 students - 5.8 mi. away - view location
- Delphi Academy of Chicago - 94 students - 6.3 mi. away - view location
- The Achievement Center - 166 students - 6.5 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Downers Grove, DuPage County, Zip 60516
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