Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Aaa Academy
About the School
- Aaa Academy in Blue Island, IL, is a nonsectarian special education school serving 47 students in grades 1 through 8 within a suburban community setting.
- Founded in 1847, Aaa Academy is one of the oldest private schools in Illinois, operating on a 13–acre campus.
- The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with 9 teachers, supporting individualized instruction in a small school environment.
- The student body is 100 percent students of color, ranking Aaa Academy among the top 20 percent of private schools in Illinois for diversity.
- As a suburban Illinois special education program, Aaa Academy provides services tailored for elementary and middle school students in the Blue Island area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Aaa Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1847
School Calendar
Campus Size
13 acres
Student Body
Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Achieving Knowledge and Citizenship through Hope, Opportunities, and Resilience
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aaa Academy's ranking?
Aaa Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Aaa Academy?
The application deadline for Aaa Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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