Ada S Mckinley School South Care in Chicago, IL, serves 31 students in grades 9 through 12 within a nonsectarian, central city setting in the Roseland neighborhood.
Founded in 1919, the school operates as a co–educational special education program with memberships in the Council of Bilingual Education and the National Association of Private Special Education Centers.
The student body is 93.55 percent students of color, reflecting a high level of diversity among enrolled students.
Ada S Mckinley School South Care's total enrollment of 31 places it among smaller private high schools serving Chicago's central city community.
The school is among the top 20 percent of private schools in Illinois for diversity, based on the percentage of students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ada S Mckinley School South Care ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1919
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ada S Mckinley School South Care often compared to?
Ada S Mckinley School South Care is often viewed alongside schools like Acacia Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Ada S Mckinley School South Care?
The application deadline for Ada S Mckinley School South Care is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ada S Mckinley School South Care located?
Ada S Mckinley School South Care is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Roseland.
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The nearest high school to Ada S Mckinley School South Care is Morgan Park Academy (2.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. John De La Salle Catholic Academy (1.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Community Learning Center (1.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Academy Of Scholastic Achievement
Alternative School
4651 W. Madison
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 921-1315
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 921-1315
14.7 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 1 Acceptance rate listed
Ami Kids Infinity Chicago
Special Education School
10211 S Crandon Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 582-8820
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 582-8820
3.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students
A Whizz Kids Preschool Inc
Daycare / Preschool
2600 E 83rd St,
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 768-0880
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 768-0880
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 82 students
Aaa Academy
Special Education School
13801 Chatham St
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 206-0000
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 206-0000
4.2 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 47 students
6254 S. Ellis
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2550
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 420-2550
6.5 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 50 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
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